Q. In context of the Great Indian Mutiny 1857, Consider the following statements:
Annexation of states due to doctrine of lapse.
Heavy taxation on Indian products.
Demolition of traditional handicrafts of Indians.
Social reforms viz. Abolition of Sati system, etc.
Which of the following is/are the causes of revolt?
Answer: 1, 2, 3 & 4
Notes: The following are the causes of the Great Indian Mutiny 1857:
a) Annexation of princely states viz. Satara, Sambhalpur, Jhansi, Arcot ,Oudh, etc. due to Doctrine of Lapse.
b) Heavy taxation applied on Indian products.
c) Demolition of traditional handicrafts that hit poor peasants and artisans.
d) British social reforms viz. Abolition of Sati system, widow remarriage, etc. hurt the sentiments of Indian people.
e) Discrimination with Indian soldiers.
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