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What triggered the Revolt of 1857?
ARumours about greased cartridges, among other factors
BA trade dispute
CA natural disaster
DA foreign invasion
ICSEClass 10 (ICSE)History and CivicsCh 1 · Topic 1
The Revolt of 1857 and After
The Revolt of 1857, a major uprising against British rule, led to significant changes in India's governance, including the end of Company ru
Core concept
The revolt began among sepoy soldiers, triggered partly by rumours about greased cartridges, but quickly spread to involve various social groups.
How it works
Despite initial successes, British forces eventually suppressed the revolt through superior organisation, weaponry, and reinforcements.
Why it matters
After the revolt, the British Crown took direct control from the East India Company through the Government of India Act of 1858.
Key detail
This period marked the beginning of the British Raj, with significant changes in administrative policy toward Indian princes and society.
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• The revolt began among sepoy soldiers.
• Greased cartridge rumours partly triggered it.
• It spread to various social groups.
• British forces eventually suppressed the revolt.
• The Crown took direct control after 1857.
• This was through the Government of India Act 1858.
• This began the British Raj period.
• Administrative policy toward princes and society changed.