Question

5. What steps did the British take to ensure that a rebellion like the one in 1857, did not arise again?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Till 1914 no Indian could rise higher than the rank of a subedar. Second, the organisation of the Indian section of the army was based on the policy of 'balance and counterpoise' or 'divide and rule' so as to prevent its chance of uniting again in an anti-British uprising.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Question:

What steps did the British take to ensure that a rebellion, like the one in 1857, did not arise again?

Answer:

Steps taken by the British to ensure that a rebellion like the Revolt of 1857, does not arise again, are the following:

(a) As the Indian sepoys were responsible for the outbreak of the Revolt, the Indian army was now thoroughly reorganized.

1. The number of Indian soldiers in the army were reduced and the strength of European soldiers was increased.
2. All Indian artillery units were disbanded and superior posts in the army and artillery were reserved for Europeans.
3. More soldiers were recruited from the Gurukha, Sikh and Pathan regiments who had assisted the British in the suppression of the Revolt of 1857.

(b) The Indian Council Act of 1861 was passed to associate more Indians in the act of legislation so that the rulers would be aware of their feelings and sentiments.

1. The British realized the importance of tradition and religion in the lives of the Indians. Therefore, they decided to give respect to Indian traditions, customs and religious beliefs.
2. In order to win the support and loyalty of the landlord class, new policies were framed for the protection of their rights over land.