Question

What were some of the factors that led to the rise of nationalism among Indians after the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857?

• A. Increased migration led to an increase in cultural differences which lead to nationalistic feeling.
• B. Overexploitation of farmers by the Britishers led farmers to think of a free nation collectively.
• C. Oppressive forest laws acted as a fuel to fire nationalistic feeling among the tribal community.
• D. The Indian control over the administrative sector decreased after 1857.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B Overexploitation of farmers by the Britishers led farmers to think of a free nation collectively.
C Oppressive forest laws acted as a fuel to fire nationalistic feeling among the tribal community.

During the second half of the nineteenth century, India witnessed many developments that led to the migration of people for jobs and shelter. This migration led to mixing of culture and ushered the sense of oneness among Indians. Oppressive forest laws and agricultural laws deprived farmers and tribals of basic needs leading to many small and big revolts in different regions. All these collectively shaped people towards the idea of a free country. The role of Indians in the administrative sector increased with time, which helped them to voice their rights.