Enumerate the reforms brought by British after the revolt of 1857.
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The changes were :
1.The British Crown took over the administration of India.
2.A Secretary of State was appointed by the British Parliament to look after the governance of India with the help of a council.
3.The Governor General was given the title of VICEROY - A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE BRITISH CROWN.
4.The British reorganised the army to prevent any further revolts.
5.The policy of ruthless conquests and annexations of Indian territories was given up.
6.The Indian princes were given the assurance that that their states would not be annexed and were granted the right of adoption.
7.Full religious freedom was guaranteed to the Indian
8.They were also given the assurance that high posts will be given to them without any discrimination.
9.Also the rule of East India COMPANY eended with QUEEN VICTORIA's proclamation of November 1,1858 . After this,she assumed the title of EMPRESS OF INDIA.
Explanation:
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