What were the consequences of the Revolt of 1857 ?
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Here are the outcomes of the revolt of 1857:-
- The Revolt saw the end of the company rule and the administration of India was passed onto the British crown.
- The India office was created to handle the governance and the administration of the country.
- The governor general was now called the viceroy and was responsible for the implementation of policies formulated by the India office.
- Queen Victoria issued a proclamation outlining the principles of the administration.
- Religious tolerance was promised and due attention was paid to the customs and traditions of India.
- The rights of Indian rulers were recognized.
- Military reorganization was arranged to end the dominance of the Bengal army.
- The ratio of British officers to Indian soldiers increased but the Armory remained in the hands of the English.
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