Revolt of 1857 — Set 1
Indian History · 1857 की क्रांति · Questions 1–10 of 70
Who described the Revolt of 1857 as the 'First War of Independence'?
Correct Answer: C. V.D. Savarkar
V.D. Savarkar termed the 1857 revolt as the 'First War of Independence' in his book. He argued that it was a planned national struggle against British rule. His interpretation inspired many Indian nationalists.
What were the symbols used to spread the message of the Revolt of 1857?
Correct Answer: D. Lotus and Bread
The symbols used to spread the message of the revolt were the Lotus and Bread (Chapati). These items were passed from village to village to signal the coming uprising. The exact meaning remains a topic of historical debate.
Which region remained largely peaceful during the Revolt of 1857?
Correct Answer: D. Madras
The Madras Presidency remained largely peaceful during the 1857 revolt. The uprising was concentrated mainly in Northern and Central India. Southern India did not witness the same level of sepoy mutiny.
Mangal Pandey was a sepoy in which regiment?
Correct Answer: A. 34th Native Infantry
Mangal Pandey was a soldier in the 34th Bengal Native Infantry. He revolted at Barrackpore by attacking his British officers. This incident is considered a precursor to the main revolt.
Who led the revolt in Lucknow?
Correct Answer: B. Begum Hazrat Mahal
Begum Hazrat Mahal led the revolt in Lucknow on behalf of her minor son, Birjis Qadir. She refused to accept the British annexation of Awadh. She later escaped to Nepal after the British recaptured Lucknow.
On which date did the revolt formally start in Meerut?
Correct Answer: B. 10 May 1857
The revolt formally started on 10 May 1857 in Meerut. The sepoys broke open the jails and marched towards Delhi. This marked the beginning of the widespread uprising.
Who was the British Prime Minister during the Revolt of 1857?
Correct Answer: D. Viscount Palmerston
Viscount Palmerston was the British Prime Minister during the Revolt of 1857. His government had to deal with the crisis and the subsequent restructuring of Indian governance. The events led to the end of the East India Company's rule.
Where was Emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar deported after the revolt?
Correct Answer: D. Rangoon
Bahadur Shah Zafar was deported to Rangoon (now Yangon) in Burma. He was tried for treason and exiled along with his wife Zeenat Mahal. He died there in 1862, marking the end of the Mughal line.
Who was the official historian of the Indian Independence Movement (1857)?
Correct Answer: C. S.N. Sen
S.N. Sen was the official historian appointed by the Government of India to write about 1857. His book is titled 'Eighteen Fifty-Seven'. He provided a balanced view, acknowledging both the sepoy mutiny and popular rebellion aspects.
Which British officer defeated Rani Laxmibai?
Correct Answer: C. Hugh Rose
General Hugh Rose defeated Rani Laxmibai in the battles for Jhansi and Gwalior. He famously described her as the 'only man among the rebels'. His forces played a key role in suppressing the revolt in Central India.