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revolt of 1857
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Answer 1

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Revolt of 1857-It was a major revolt in India.

• The Revolt shook the foundation of British rule in India.
• Many revolts occurred in different parts of the country.
• The British were not fair and just.
• People were dissatisfied with the company rule.

Views about the Revolt of 1857

• Historians like Vir Savarkar & Ashok Mehta termed it as the “First war of Independence.”
• British termed it as: Indian Rebellion/ Sepoy Mutiny
• Views of Indian historians:

(1) The revolt had the support of the people.

(2) Both Hindus and Muslims fought together.

(3) People from all walks of life participated: Soldiers, traders, farmers, rulers etc.

(4) It had a nationalistic feeling.

In  real sense the great uprising was an outburst of nationalist sentiments.

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Answer 2

ʀᴇᴠᴏʟᴛ ᴏғ 1857

The revolt of 1857 is also know as "The first war of Independence" as for the first time the whole nation came together forgetting their traditional difference, combined against the British masters.

Though they did not succeed in the mission. But the event of 1857 continued to inspire Indians in their struggle against the British raj.

Political Causes :-

1. The doctrine of Lapse
2. Discourtesy to the Mughal Emperor
3. Treatment meted out to Nana Saheb
4. Annexation of Awadh
5. Unpopular Administration ( Administrative Failure)
6. The Rumors

Religious and Social causes :-

1. Fears Regarding Mass Conversion to Christianity.
2. Laws that interfered with the Religion and Custom of the people.
3. Indignities hurled at Indians
4. Fears Regarding English Education

Military Causes :-

1. Low salary and poor prospect of promotion
2. Faulty distribution of Troops
3. Disproportion between Indian and British Troops
4. Social distance between British officers and Indian soldiers
5. Discontent and dissatisfaction in Bengal Army.
6. Loss of prestige in Afghan war.
7. General Service Enlistment Act.
8. Introduction of Enfield Rifles.

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