What was the primary reason for the discontent among Indian sepoys during the Revolt of 1857?

Low pay and limited promotion opportunities.

Fill in the blank: The ______ was a political policy that undermined Indian rulers by making them subordinates to the British.

Doctrine of Lapse

True or False: The Revolt of 1857 was solely a military uprising without civilian involvement.

False. The revolt involved both military and civilian participation across various regions.

Which British policy was viewed as oppressive and led to widespread famine among Indian peasants?

Land revenue policies

Riddle: I was the last Mughal emperor, whose rule ended in 1857, but my legacy remains. Who am I?

Bahadur Shah Zafar

What immediate cause sparked the Revolt of 1857 among sepoys?

The introduction of the Enfield rifle cartridges rumored to be coated with cow and pig fat.

Fill in the blank: The British promised non-interference in ______ and cultural matters after the Revolt of 1857.

Religious

True or False: The revolt was successful and led to the establishment of a unified Indian government.

False. The revolt was suppressed, leading to the end of the East India Company’s rule, but did not establish a unified Indian government.

Which two leaders are known for their significant roles in the Revolt of 1857 in Kanpur?

Nana Saheb and Tantia Tope

Riddle: I am a rebellion that shook a nation, yet I lacked a central ideology or leader. What am I?

The Revolt of 1857

Fill in the blank: The British referred to the uprising of 1857 as the ______.

Sepoy Mutiny

Which of the following was not a military cause of the Revolt of 1857? A) Low pay B) Religious discrimination C) High promotion rates D) Humiliation by British soldiers

C) High promotion rates

True or False: The Khurda Uprising in 1817 was a result of local grievances against British policies.

True.

What was the outcome for Bahadur Shah Zafar after the suppression of the revolt?

He was imprisoned and deported to Rangoon.

Riddle: I created a divide among communities and faced blame after a major uprising. Who am I?

The British

Fill in the blank: The Government of India Act 1858 transferred power from the East India Company to the ______.

British Crown

Which Indian ruler's adopted son was denied recognition, leading to significant unrest?

Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi

True or False: The revolt was supported by all Indian rulers, including those in South India.

False. Many rulers, particularly in South India, did not support the revolt.

What were the British tactics used to regain control after the revolt?

Bringing reinforcements and employing commanders like Hugh Rose and Henry Havelock.

What policy implemented by the British weakened Indian rulers and made them subordinate? A) Doctrine of Lapse B) Sati C) Zamindari System D) Subsidiary Alliance

A) Doctrine of Lapse