Question

Which ruler of Awadh was exiled to Calcutta by the British in 1856?
State one cause of rebellion by the sepoys of Awadh.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Wajid Ali Shah

Explanation:

The mutiny broke out in the Bengal army because it was only in the military sphere that Indians were organized.

The pretext for revolt was the introduction of the new Enfield rifle. To load it, the sepoys had to bite off the ends of lubricated cartridges.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Wajid Ali Shah was ruler of Awadh was exiled to Calcutta by the British in 1856.