With reference to the history of Modern India, consider the following statements:

1.The British suffered defeats in first Afghan war.
2.Major reverses suffered by the British in Punjab wars, had a psychological repercussions on the Revolt of 1857.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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None of the above

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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 suffered major reverses in Punjab Wars(1845-49), Crimean War(1854-56). These events acted as a moral booster for the Indian Revolters

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The correct option is C Both 1 and 2The British suffered defeats in first Afghan war(1838-1842) shattering the belief of their invincibility.British suffered major reverses in Punjab Wars(1845-49), Crimean War(1854-56). These events acted as a moral booster for the Indian Revolters

The correct option is C Both 1 and 2
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