What important changes were brought in by the British by the end of 1859 as soon after the revolt was completely suppressed.
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Answer:Provided a sense of security to landowners − Policies were made to protect landlords and zamindars, and give them security of rights over their lands. (iv) Reorganised the army− The proportion of Indian soldiers in the army was reduced and the number of European soldiers in the army was increased
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Though the British was able to suppress the revolt of 1857, they were terrorised with the way it threatened their superiority and power.So, the British authorities made major administrative changes after the revolt.
A new act was passed in 1858 and the powers of the East India Company were transferred to the British crown. This was to ensure better and more responsible management of affairs. A Secretary of state for India was appointed. He was a member of the British cabinet. He was made responsible for all matters related to the governance of India. A council was formed to advice him and was called the INDIAN COUNCIL.
● The government assured that no further territories would be annexed in future. the rulers could pass on their territories to their heirs including adopted sons.
● Proportion of indian soldiers was reduced and European soldiers was increased.
● The British held the muslim aristocracy responsible for the revolt of 1857 to a large extent and so, their land and property were confiscated.
● Customacy religious and social practices of the people in india were decided to be respected by the British.
● Policies to protect the landlords and zamindars were made . Security of rights over their lands were given.
THUS , WE FIND THAT A NEW PHASE OF COLONIAL RULE BEGAN IN INDIA AFTER 1857.