How was the revolt of 1857 crushed
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The Revolt of 1857 was a valiant effort to overthrow the colonial power. It shook the foundations of the British rule in India. It is also known as the First War of Independence. But it was crushed by the British in the following ways:
1. The British used superior weapons like the Enfield rifle while the mutineers used swords and spears. They had very few guns and muskets. The British had unlimited artillery at their disposal while the rebels had limited military supplies.
2. The British used the modern Railways and Telegraph to communicate and plan quickly.
3. The British gained the support of the Princely rulers and big Zamindars. They actively sided with the British.
Besides this, there were some other reasons for the failure of the revolt. They were:
1. There was no planning among the rebels.
2. The leadership was weak.
3. All sections of society did not participate in it.
4. The rebels did not put forth any alternative to feudalism.