- British rule caused widespread dissatisfaction.
- All sections of society were affected.
- Early revolts were local and unorganised.
- British policies ruined rulers, peasants, and artisans.
- Indians were denied high posts.
- Sepoys were unhappy with pay and treatment.
- Discontent led to the 1857 uprising.
Key Points
Key Points: Causes of First War of Independence
Concepts [5]
- Struggle before 1857
- Causes of First War of Independence
- Early Resistance to British Rule in India
- Causes of Failure of the Struggle
- Consequences of the Freedom Struggle
