Question

Answer the following question briefly:

In the context of the Revolt of 1857, briefly discuss:

Nature of the Revolt of 1857

Answer 1

Nature of the Revolt of 1857

1. The Revolt was the outcome of the accumulated grievances of different sections of people and not the sepoys alone.
   
2. Those who joined the Revolt had different reasons and different motives but they were all united in their hatred of British rule and their determination to overthrow it.
3. It had wide popular support from various sections of society.
4. The struggle created a strong bonding and a sense of unity between the Hindus and the Muslims. They, fought shoulder to shoulder, as single brethren against a common enemy.
5. Of the estimated 1,50,000 people killed in the Revolt, 1,00,000 were civilians.