The British implemented the Doctrine of Lapse, which stated that if an Indian ruler died without a male heir, his kingdom would be ___.

Annexed by the British.

True or False: The British treated all Indian rulers with equal respect and did not interfere with their governance.

False. The British treated Indian rulers disrespectfully, often undermining their authority and autonomy.

What were some socio-religious causes that contributed to the Revolt of 1857?

Socio-religious causes of the revolt.

• Interference with social customs.

• Rise of missionary activities.

• Taxation of religious institutions.

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a direct consequence of the British economic policies in India before the Revolt of 1857? A) Increased wealth for Indian artisans B) Decline of the Indian handicraft industry C) Equal trade opportunities D) Growth of Indian agriculture.

B) Decline of the Indian handicraft industry.

Short Answer: Who was Mangal Pandey and what was his significance in the Revolt of 1857?

Mangal Pandey ignited the revolt.

• He was a sepoy soldier.

• Refused greased cartridges.

• His actions sparked rebellion.

What was the primary reason for the Indian soldiers' discontent that led to the 1857 Revolt?

Introduction of Enfield Rifle caused discontent.

• Greased cartridges sparked rumors.

• Offended Hindu and Muslim soldiers.

• Led to widespread military revolt.

True or False: Indian soldiers were allowed to rise above the rank of 'subedar' in the British Army.

What sparked the sepoy revolt in Meerut on May 9, 1857?

The sepoy revolt was triggered by cartridges.

• Soldiers rejected greased cartridges.

• Dismissal led to widespread unrest.

• Signified growing discontent in India.

Fill in the blank: The British army had a larger number of ___, making it easier for Indian soldiers to rise against the British.

Indian soldiers.

Riddle: I am a rifle that caused much strife, my cartridges greased, I offended life. What am I?

Enfield Rifle.

What were the consequences of the Post Office Act of 1854 for sepoys?

The Post Office Act of 1854 removed the privilege of free postage for sepoys, adding to their grievances against the British.

What was the consequence of the British Crown taking over the governance of India from the Company?

British Crown took control of India.

• Abolished Company governance.

• Established Secretary of State role.

• Changed policy oversight structure.

True or False: The Governor-General of India was retained after the revolt and continued under the same title.

False. The Governor-General was renamed the Viceroy of India.

Fill in the blank: Lord Canning became the first Viceroy of ___.

India

What major change occurred regarding India's governance after the 1857 revolt?

Control of Indian territories was transferred from the British East India Company to the British Crown.