Exercise 1
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Questions from Exercise 1 with Hints & Solutions
Read the clues carefully. Mark and label the answer on the map of India:
The Nawab of this region was accused of misrule and reluctance to introduce reforms.
Read the clues carefully. Mark and label the answer on a Map of India:
The rd Bengal Light Cavalry was stationed at this place.
Read the clues carefully. Mark and label the answer on the Map of India:
Nana Sahib led the revolt at this place.
Read the clues carefully. Mark and label the answers on the outline map of India:
An important centre of the Uprising; Kunwar Singh led the revolt here.
What were the main reasons for the failure of the revolt?
Do you agree with the view that the Revolt of 1857 was only a mutiny by the sepoys? Give reasons for your answer.
Describe the Rebellion in Awadh.
Will you term the events of 1857 as just a mutiny by the Company's sepoys or as a war fought by the people of India against the unjust rule of the Company? Justify your view by giving reasons.
