The revolt of 1857 was far more than a mutiny, yet much less than the first war of independence. Do you agree? Substantiate your views.
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The 1857 Revolt, which started in Meerut as a revolt by the armed force was a major struggle against colonial British rule.
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1857 revolt was far more than a mutiny: (1) Widespread participation of masses like artisans, peasants, small zamindars etc. was seen. (2) Hindu - Muslim unity was seen at all levels, Bahadur Shah Zafar was declared as ceremonial head. (3) Delhi was captured by rebels under general Bhakt [illegible]. (4) Major centres like Kanpur(under Nana Saheb), Jhasi under Rani [Lakshmi Bai]
Continuation of why 1857 was more than a mutiny: (5) It resulted in end of company rule in India
1857 revolt was much less than the 1st war of independence: (1) Mostly localised in North India. (2) Lacked support from educated middle class as it was backward looking. (3) Rebels lacked a unified vision/ideology. (4) Lack of a strong central leadership & poor organization.
Conclusion: The 1857 Revolt was a watershed moment in India's history & powered the way for future freedom struggle
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Aryan Yadav
Modern Indian History
The Freedom Struggle
1857 Revolt
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