Question

State any 2 reasons why did the British chose to hold grand Durbar in Delhi although it was not the capital.



CLASS8 SUBJECT- SOCIAL SCIENCE​

Answer 1

Answer:

During the Revolt of l857, the British had realized that the Mughal emperor was still important to the people and they saw him as their leader. It was, therefore, important to celebrate British power with pomp and show in Delhi- the city the Mughal emperors had ruled earlier.