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प्रश्न
The great outbreak of 1857 brought about important changes in the character of Indian Administration and the future development of the country. In this context discuss about the changes introduced in the administrative set-up of the British territories in India.
Or
“The great rising of 1857 was an important event which produced for reaching results in India’s struggle for freedom”. In this context, explain about the reorganization of Army.
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उत्तर
Changes introduced in the administrative set-up:
- The war ended the East India Company’s rule in India and brought the Indian Empire under the direct control of the British Crown. Queen Victoria became the Empress of India.
- The Act of 1858 abolished the Company’s Board of Control and the Board of Directors. All their powers were transferred to a Cabinet Minister, known as the Secretary of State. He was to be advised by a council consisting of 15 members.
- The designation of the Governor-General was changed to Viceroy. It was his duty to run the Indian Administration on behalf of the Crown. He was under the control of the Secretary of State for India.
- It was decided that appointments to the civil service were to be made by open competition under rules made by the Secretary of State and the Council.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Numerous causes gave rise to the First War of Independence and its consequences led to several changes in the British Government in India. In this context, answer the following:
Briefly explain the immediate cause of the Great Revolt.
With reference to the Two Major World wars in the 20th century, answer the following questions:
Explain briefly the territorial rearrangements as a result of World War I.
Name the policy used by Lord Dalhousie for the extension of British territories in India.
Why did the ‘Doctrine of Lapse’, become a political cause for the result of 1857?
In context to the various factors responsible for causing the great upsurge of 1857, discuss about the introduction of Railways and Telegraphs.
Discuss how the unhapiness of the Indian aritisans and craftsmen became a factor for 1857 revolt.
Answer the following question in one or two words/sentences:
What happened to the nawab’s army when Awadh was annexed?
State whether the following statement is True or false:
The Indian soldiers were given lesser salaries as compared to their British counterparts.
Answer the following question:
How were the economic policies of the British responsible for the Revolt of 1857?
State two consequences of the First War of Indian Independence on the East India Company.
