Practice Policies And The People (5.1) - When People Revolt 1857 and After

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Question 1.
Who was Rani Lakshmibai?
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Think about notable figures in 1857.
Question 2.
What did sepoys refuse to accept?
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Consider religious sentiments involved.
3Question 3.
What policy led to widespread peasant discontent?
- High Taxes
- Low Wages
- Peace Treaties
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Reflect on factors that would lead to unrest.
4Question 4.
True or False: The British recognized Bahadur Shah Zafar after 1857.
- True
- False
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Consider what happened to the Mughal dynasty.
Question 5.
Evaluate the reasons why collective grievances lead to a successful uprising. Why didn’t the initial protests lead to successful outcomes?
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Consider the timeline and escalation of dissatisfaction.
Question 6.
Discuss the broader implications of the 1857 uprising on British colonial policies. How did it shape future governance?
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Focus on the outcomes and changes in governance.

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