1. What were the social causes of the Revolt of 1857?
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Explanation:
Social causes: Christianity arose in India as the Britishers had been established there. So there were many Hindus who transformed themselves into Christians. This hurt the Hindus as they left their own natural caste. Also the abolition of certain reforms such as sati, child marriage,etc.
1.Racial discrimination was the prime factor. Indians suffered badly in the hands of the Europeans. There was visible racial exploitation wherein Indians were not allowed to mix with the Europeans. There was discrimination that was also carried out in public places. This generated gross discontentment against the domination of the whites in India.
2.Acts such as Abolition of Sati (1829),Hindu Widow Remarriage (1856),Child Marriage etc were also responsible.
3.Christian missionaries were allowed to enter India and carry on with their mission of proselytizing. (he action of attempting to convert someone from one religion, belief, or opinion to another)
4.The judicial system introduced by the British was based on equality. All Indians were considered equal before law. This was believed to be an attempt to undermine the caste system and privileges of the upper class.
5.The Religious Disabilities Act of 1850 According to it, the change in religion would not disallow a son from inheriting the property of his heathen father.
6.The British introduced railways, post and telegraph in India. Such innovations created fear among the Indians.
7.Vegetarians in the army were not using grease ( for greasing the rifle) made from pig fat or cow fat. As they were considered as god and taboo for the Hindus and Muslims respectively
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