Question

In 1857 revolt, the main part was played by the Indian soldiers because __________.

• A. The Indian soldiers were hated by the British rulers
• B. The people requested the Indian soldiers to take the lead
• C. The Indian soldiers were very much dissatisfied
• D. Among Indians the soldiers were the only organized group at the time

Answer 1

The correct option is C The Indian soldiers were very much dissatisfied

The East India Company established the British Empire in India with the help of Indian soldiers. Despite the fact that Indian soldiers were as efficient as their British counterparts, they were poorly paid, ill-fed and badly housed. British military authorities forbade the sepoys from wearing caste or sectarian marks, beards or turbans; and they showed disregard for the sentiments of the sepoys.