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Question
Which of the following issues did not contribute to the spread of the Revolt of 1857?
Options
Issue of cartridges
Conversion of Indians to Christianity
Mixing of bone dust in flour
Giving due right to the princely states
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Solution
Giving due right to the princely states
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