Question

With reference to socio-religious causes of the Revolt of 1857, consider the following statements:

1.The British policy of taxing religious schools anguished both Hindus and Muslims.
2.Indians were dubbed as cruel, bigots and uncivilised by the British.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both 1 and 2

The British suffered defeats in first Afghan war(1838-1842) shattering the belief of their invincibility.
British also suffered major reverses in Punjab Wars(1845-49), Crimean War(1854-56).

These events acted as a moral booster for the Indian Revolters.