Question

what were the political causes of the revolt of 1857​

Answer 1

Answer:

There are certain political causes of the 1857 revolt such as :

• Annexation of Indian States by Doctrine of Lapse Policy .

• Annexation of Awadh on the charge of Mis-Governance .

• Disrespectful behaviour of English towards the Mughal Emperor as he was told to relinquish the Red Fort and also they said from now on his successor will not accept the regal title i.e Emperor of India.

• Pensions of Certain rulers like Nana Saheb was Stopped .

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Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

The Indian Rebellion of 1857 had diverse political, economic, military, religious and social causes. ... The spark that led to a mutiny in several sepoy companies was the issue of new gunpowder cartridges for the Enfield rifle in February, 1857. A rumour was spread that the cartridges were made from cow and pig fat.