Question

how can we say that the events of 1857 were not a revolt but the first war of indian independence??

Answer 1

a revolt is someting like blustering against something in a gradual ethical way and mostly it doesnt cause much harm.but a war certeinly causes harm hence 1857 revolt is termed as 1st war for independence

Answer 2

Answer:

It is argued that it was neither the first nor a war and nor was it a struggle for independence. It was not the first such uprising because it was preceded by numerous tribal and peasant revolts at local level.