Question

what were the immediate cause of revolt of 1857

Answer 1

The Indian Rebellion of 1857 had diverse political, economic, military, religious and social causes. ... The spark that led to amutiny in several sepoy companies was the issue of new gunpowder cartridges for the Enfield rifle in February, 1857

Answer 2

Answer:

The revolt of 1857 was the conscious beginning of the Independence struggle against the colonial tyranny of the British peole. This revolt of 1857 is called as India's First War of Independence.

Explanation:

Immediate causes of revolt of 1857-

• Introduction of Enfield rifle- Indian soldiers had misbelief that the catridges was greased with either pig fat or made from cow far which was completely against the Hindu and Muslim sentiments.
• Racism or racial discrimination where Indians were exploited and were kept away from religious and cultural affairs.
• Economic factors- various reforms in the taxation and revenue system that affected the life of peasants.