Test: Freedom Struggle - 1

India has been known as the 'Sone Ki Chidiya' or the 'Golden Bird' due to its culture & tradition.

The English East India Company was formed in England by John Watts on 31 December 1660.

• After the revolt of 1857, the company rule was abolished and India came under the direct control of the British crown.
• The Viceroy was appointed directly by the British government to rule over India.

The Indian National Congress was established at Bombay in 1885.

The chapter's name is 'Struggle Towards Freedom'.

The first meeting of the Indian National Congress was held in Bombay from 28 to 31 December 1885.

The revolt began on 10 May 1857 in Meerut.

• The Indians and the Arabs had control over the sea trade with India.
• They traded goods like spices, gold, precious stones, leather of exotic animals, ebony and pearls.

The Revolt of 1857 started in Meerut.

A.O. Hume founded Indian National Congress on 28 December 1885.