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Practice revolt-of-1857 with 20 free MCQ questions covering modern-indian-history. Detailed explanations in English and Hindi, perfect for UPSC, SSC, and competitive exam preparation.
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Q1.Who described the 1857 revolt as a 'Religious War against Christians'?
Explanation: L.E.R. Rees described the revolt as a 'Religious War against Christians' (War of Fanatics).
Q2.Which area of Bihar remained practically unaffected by the Revolt of 1857?
Explanation: While most of Bihar was affected, the Munger region remained relatively unaffected by the revolt.
Q3.Who arrested Bahadur Shah Zafar from Humayun's Tomb?
Explanation: Lieutenant Hudson arrested Bahadur Shah Zafar from Humayun's Tomb in Delhi.
Q4.Who killed the two sons and grandson of Bahadur Shah Zafar?
Explanation: Lieutenant Hudson shot dead the two sons (Mirza Mughal, Mirza Khizr Sultan) and grandson (Mirza Abu Bakr) of Bahadur Shah Zafar.
Q5.Who was the first Viceroy of India appointed under the Government of India Act, 1858?
Explanation: Lord Canning, who was the Governor-General, became the first Viceroy of India after the power transfer to the Crown.
Q6.Which British Agent was killed during the revolt in Kota, Rajasthan?
Explanation: In Kota, the rebels killed Major Burton and his two sons.
Q7.Who commanded the revolutionary forces in Delhi under the nominal leadership of Bahadur Shah?
Explanation: General Bakht Khan commanded the revolutionary forces in Delhi. He had come from Bareilly.
Q8.Who was the adopted son of the last Peshwa Baji Rao II whose pension was stopped by the British?
Explanation: Nana Saheb (Dhondhu Pant) was the adopted son of Peshwa Baji Rao II. The British refusal to pay him pension was a cause of his revolt.
Q9.What was the 'General Service Enlistment Act' of 1856?
Explanation: The General Service Enlistment Act passed by Canning mandated that future recruits must be ready to serve anywhere the government required, including overseas.
Q10.Who was the leader of the revolt in Kullu?
Explanation: Raja Pratap Singh led the revolt in the Kullu region.
Q11.Which of the following classes largely supported the British during the 1857 revolt?
Explanation: The big landlords (Zamindars), moneylenders, and merchants generally supported the British or remained neutral.
Q12.Who suppressed the revolt in Banaras and Allahabad?
Explanation: Colonel Neil was responsible for the ruthless suppression of the revolt in Banaras and Allahabad.
Q13.What was the immediate spark for the Revolt of 1857?
Explanation: The introduction of the Enfield Rifle with greased cartridges, rumoured to contain beef and pig fat, was the immediate spark.
Q14.Which major Act was passed in 1850 that caused resentment among Hindus?
Explanation: The Religious Disabilities Act (Lex Loci Act) of 1850 allowed a convert to Christianity to inherit his ancestral property, which was seen as promoting conversion.
Q15.Who was the British Resident at Lucknow during the siege of the Residency?
Explanation: Sir Henry Lawrence was the British Resident at Lucknow who died during the siege.
Q16.Who led the rebels in Gorakhpur?
Explanation: Gajadhar Singh led the revolt in Gorakhpur.
Q17.Who was the leader of the revolt in Meerut?
Explanation: Kadam Singh was elected as the leader by the Gujjars in Meerut during the revolt.
Q18.Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Revolt of 1857?
Explanation: The Establishment of Indian National Congress (1885) happened much later and was not a direct consequence of the 1857 revolt.
Q19.Who succeeded General Anson as the Commander-in-Chief during the revolt?
Explanation: After the death of General Anson, Sir Patrick Grant was temporarily appointed as the Commander-in-Chief, followed by Colin Campbell.
Q20.Who was the personal successor and nephew of Nana Saheb?
Explanation: Rao Saheb was the nephew of Nana Saheb who continued the struggle after Nana Saheb escaped to Nepal.
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