Mention any two grievances harboured by the Indian soldiers which created an atmosphere favourable to the First War of Independence.

Two grievances harboured by the Indian soldiers which created an atmosphere favourable to the First War of Independence are-

1. All higher positions in employment were reserved for the British, irrespective of their performance.
2. The wages of the Indian soldiers were inadequate to support their families. On the other hand, the British soldiers received more than eight times the salary of the Indian soldiers.