2.8 Revolt of 1857 notes

1. 2.8.1Causes of the Revolt of 1857

   The Revolt of 1857 grew out of political annexations, heavy revenue and the collapse of old livelihoods, religious fear and soldiers' grievances; the greased cartridge of the Enfield rifle was only the spark.

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2. 2.8.2Course of the Revolt: centres, leaders and British commanders

   The Revolt broke out at Meerut on 10 May 1857, spread over the Ganga plains and central India with Delhi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Jhansi and Arrah as main centres, and was put down by mid-1858.

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3. 2.8.3Nature of the Revolt of 1857: historians' views

   Historians disagree on whether 1857 was a sepoy mutiny, a feudal revolt, a popular rebellion or a first war of independence; most modern scholars see it as a mixed event with different meanings in different places.

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4. 2.8.4Failure and aftermath of the Revolt: the Queen's Proclamation and new policies

   The Revolt failed through disunity and British strength, and the Crown took over from the Company, promised toleration and no more annexations, and rebuilt the army and administration around caution and division.

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