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प्रश्न
The great rising of 1857 was an important event which produced far reaching results. Explain the Rise of Nationalism, with reference to the great uprising.
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उत्तर
Rise of Nationalism: The sacrifices of the great Indian leaders during the revolt gave birth to nationalistic movement in India. Nana Sahib, Laxmi Bai, Bahadur Shah became national celebrities. The revolt soon became a challenge to the mighty British empire and the memory of it caused greater damage to the British rule in India than the revolt itself.
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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.
Which is called India’s first war of independence?
Who were the first to revolt against the British?
Discuss how the unhapiness of the Indian aritisans and craftsmen became a factor for 1857 revolt.
Fill in the blank:
The Revolt of 1857 started as a _______ of the sepoys.
Match the Column:
| Column A | Column B |
| 1. Nana Saheb | (a) confiscation of jagirs |
| 2. Bentinck and Dalhousie | (b) exiled to Rangoon |
| 3. Hindu and Muslim sepoys | (c) adopted son of Peshwa Baji Rao II |
| 4. Bahadur Shah Zafar | (d) Tantya Tope |
| 5. Commander Of Nana Saheb | (e) greased cartridges |
Answer the following question in one or two words/sentences:
Why did the Rani of Jhansi become a staunch enemy of the British?
Answer the following question in one or two words/sentences:
Mention any two main centers of Revolt.
Give a reason why:
Indian artisans, weavers, and craftsmen lost their means of livelihood.
What was the nature of revolts against the British before the First War of Independence?
