summary of glimpses of past class 8th
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The chapter starts with the events that were taking place in the year 1757. At this time, the British were in a strong position in India. They had superior arms and ammunitions and also financial resources. On the other hand, the Indian states and the princes were short-sighted and were busy fighting with each other. They lacked unity. They also often sought British help and East India Company took full advantage of this. The British followed the policy of ‘Divide and Rule’ and also subdued the Princes. Some people favoured the British while some did not. However, Tipu Sultan of Mysore fought with the British. But unfortunately, he died in the year 1799 fighting the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War.
Summary of:- Glimpses of the Past
Written by:- S.D. Sawant
Thus lesson Ida pictorial account of glimpses of the history of our country from 1757 to 1857. It clear the conditions that led to the revolt of 1857. Britishers established East India company in 18th century for trade purposes. Gradually, they started taking over the states. They follow the principle of divide and rule. The situation became worst in India. Religiousleaders preached absurd practices like untouchability and child marriage. But Raja Ram Mohan Roy, a learned man from Bengal created awareness against these malpractices. Lord Macaulay, advocated English language teaching in India in 1835. But the sparks of revolt and dissatisfaction has risen. A sepoy in Meerut Mangal Pandey rose against the British rulers. Begum Hazrat Mahal of Lucknow, Maulavi Ahmeddulha of Faizabad, Tatya Tope, Peshwa Nana Sahib. and other patriots cooperated alto part with a great zeal in the fight of freedom.
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