Q1
What is the 1857 uprising also called?
AThe Sepoy Mutiny or First War of Independence
BThe Battle of Plassey
CThe Battle of Panipat
DThe Round Table Conference
ICSEClass 8 (ICSE)History and CivicsCh 8 · Topic 1
The Great Uprising of 1857
The Great Uprising of 1857, also called the Sepoy Mutiny or First War of Independence, was a major rebellion against British rule across lar
Core concept
The uprising began when Indian soldiers (sepoys) in the British army rebelled, partly triggered by rumours about greased cartridges offending religious beliefs.
How it works
The rebellion quickly spread beyond soldiers to involve various Indian rulers, landlords, and common people angry at British policies and rule.
Why it matters
Despite initial successes, the British eventually suppressed the uprising, leading to significant changes in how India was governed.
Key detail
After 1857, the British Crown took direct control of India from the East India Company, beginning the period known as the British Raj.
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• The uprising began with sepoy soldiers rebelling.
• Greased cartridges rumours triggered the rebellion.
• It spread to rulers, landlords and common people.
• People were angry at British policies.
• The British eventually suppressed the uprising.
• This led to major governance changes.
• The Crown took direct control after 1857.
• This began the British Raj period.