Which of the following was a major cause of the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857?

Practice Questions

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Which of the following was a major cause of the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857?
  1. Economic exploitation by the British
  2. Religious insensitivity towards Indian customs
  3. Political annexation of Indian states
  4. All of the above

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following was a major cause of the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857?
  • Step 1: Understand what the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 was. It was a rebellion by Indian soldiers (sepoys) against British rule.
  • Step 2: Identify the main causes of the mutiny. These include economic exploitation, which means the British were taking too much money from India.
  • Step 3: Recognize religious insensitivity. The British were not respecting Indian customs and religions, which upset many people.
  • Step 4: Acknowledge political annexation. The British were taking control of more and more Indian territories, which made people feel threatened.
  • Step 5: Conclude that all these factors combined led to the Sepoy Mutiny, making each option a relevant cause.
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