Quiz on the Revolt of 1857

What was the main reason for the British interest in India during the 16th century?

• Unity among Indian kingdoms

• High demand for Indian goods

• Rich Indian rulers

• Religious beliefs

In what year did the East India Company come to India?

• 1700

• 1857

• 1601

• 1615

Who granted the East India Company a license to trade in India?

• Akbar

• Jehangir

• Shah Jahan

• Bahadur Shah Zafar

What was one of the main causes of the Revolt of 1857?

• Introduction of new technology

• Unity among Indian soldiers

• Support from all Indian rulers

• High taxes on farmers

What happened to the Indian handloom industry due to British policies?

• It expanded to Europe

• It became more competitive

• It was completely destroyed

• It flourished

What was the immediate cause of the Revolt of 1857?

• Introduction of the Enfield rifle

• High taxes

• Destruction of the textile industry

• Support from Indian rulers

Who was the first soldier to start the protest in the Revolt of 1857?

• Bahadur Shah Zafar

• Thomas Roe

• Mangal Pandey

• Rani Lakshmi Bai

Which city did the revolt of 1857 start in?

• Lucknow

• Meerut

• Kanpur

• Delhi

What was one reason for the failure of the Revolt of 1857?

• Lack of coordination among leaders

• Strong support from Indian rulers

• Better weapons for Indian soldiers

• Unity among Indian soldiers

What was the outcome for Bahadur Shah Zafar after the revolt?

• He became the ruler of India

• He was arrested and exiled

• He led the revolt successfully

• He was supported by the British