Question

There were many causes for the uprising of 1857. In this context state the following: (1) policy of economic exploitation (2) racial discrimination(3) social causes

Answer 1

3 option is correct there was social cause

Answer 2

Answer:

Option 3) Social Causes.

Explanation:

Social Causes of the Uprising of 1857

The British passed laws banning 'Sati' and legalizing widow remarriage. Women were encouraged to take up Western education. Some sections of the Indian society, However, looked down upon these measures with suspicion.They interpreted them as examples of interference with the country's social customs.

The social discrimination faced by the people due to the British attitude of racial superiority led to much resentment.For example, Indians were not allowed to travel in first class compartments in trains.

Educated Indians were denied promotions and the opportunity to be appointed to high posts. When the time came, the educated Indians turned against the British.