History & Civics
What was the nature of revolts against the British before the First War of Independence?
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(A) The Uprising of 1857 paved the way for the rise of the national movement.
(R) Although the Uprising failed to achieve its objectives, it inspired the Indians to resist the British rule.
- (R) contradicts (A)
- (R) is the reason for (A)
- (A) is true but (R) is false
- (A) and (R) are independent of each other
Originally formed in 1600 to trade with India, The East India Company purchased land from Indian rulers to build its factories (settlements) and recruited local armies to protect them. These evolved into the Bengal, Bombay, Madras armies. With the collapse of the Mughal Empire and victory over French forces while simultaneously getting involved in local politics, the East India Company emerged as a major political power in India.
- After which battle did the Company begin rapid territorial expansion in India?
- What was the result of the Great Uprising of 1857 on the Company's rule?
Why was the "War of 1857" hailed as the First War of Independence?
Mention two political causes of the First War of Independence.