Revolt of 1857
History ⇒ Modern Indian History
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Describe the impact of the Revolt of 1857 on the British administration in India.
Describe the role of Mangal Pandey in the Revolt of 1857.
Discuss any two economic grievances that contributed to the Revolt of 1857.
Discuss the role of peasants and artisans in the Revolt of 1857.
Explain the role of Rani Lakshmibai in the Revolt of 1857.
Explain the significance of the Revolt of 1857 in Indian history.
Explain the term 'Doctrine of Lapse' and its role in the Revolt of 1857.
Read the following passage and answer the question:
'After the suppression of the Revolt of 1857, the British government implemented several changes in its administrative policies in India. The army was reorganized, and the policy towards Indian princes was altered.'
Based on the passage, explain two major administrative changes introduced by the British after 1857.
Which British officer recaptured Delhi from the rebels in 1857? (1) Sir Colin Campbell (2) John Nicholson (3) Lord Canning (4) Lord Dalhousie
Which of the following leaders was hanged by the British after the Revolt of 1857? (1) Bahadur Shah II (2) Tantia Tope (3) Nana Sahib (4) Begum Hazrat Mahal
Which of the following statements best describes the character of the Revolt of 1857? (1) It was a purely military revolt. (2) It was a civil rebellion. (3) It was both a military and civil uprising. (4) It was a religious movement.
Which of the following statements is correct about the Revolt of 1857? (1) It was confined only to the northern part of India. (2) It had widespread participation from all sections of society. (3) It was led only by peasants. (4) It was supported by the British army.
Fill in the blank: The first major battle of the Revolt of 1857 was fought at _______.
Fill in the blank: The Revolt of 1857 ended in the year _______.
Fill in the blank: The Revolt of 1857 is often described as the first war of _______.
Fill in the blank: The Revolt of 1857 started at _______ on 10th May 1857.
True or False: The Doctrine of Lapse was a policy introduced by Lord Dalhousie.
True or False: The Revolt of 1857 was mainly a sepoy mutiny with no participation from civilians.
True or False: The Revolt of 1857 was successful in overthrowing British rule in India.
True or False: The Revolt of 1857 was supported by all Indian princely states.
