📜 Chapter Contents
Read all sections below in order. Practice questions at the end.
1. Nature of Revolt
It was the first large‑scale revolt against British rule, called by many the First War of Indian Independence.
2. Causes (very short)
- Political – annexations, Doctrine of Lapse.
- Economic – heavy taxes, decay of crafts.
- Military – discontent among Indian soldiers.
- Religious – fear of interference in customs; greased cartridges.
3. Main Centres & Leaders
- Delhi – Bahadur Shah Zafar.
- Kanpur – Nana Saheb, Tatya Tope.
- Jhansi – Rani Laxmi Bai.
- Lucknow – Begum Hazrat Mahal.
4. Practice Questions
1. Immediate cause of 1857 Revolt was:
a) Land tax b) Doctrine of Lapse c) Greased cartridges d) Social reforms
2. Rani Laxmi Bai led the revolt mainly at:
a) Delhi b) Jhansi c) Kanpur d) Lucknow
a) Land tax b) Doctrine of Lapse c) Greased cartridges d) Social reforms
2. Rani Laxmi Bai led the revolt mainly at:
a) Delhi b) Jhansi c) Kanpur d) Lucknow
Answers: 1 – c) Greased cartridges, 2 – b) Jhansi
Quick Recap | सार
Now you should be able to:
- Recall the most important ideas of this topic.
- Solve typical NDA-style questions from this chapter.
- Spot and avoid common traps used in competitive exams.
Self-check: 3–4 random questions उठा कर देखिए – अगर आसानी से हो रहे हैं, तो chapter strong है।
Common Exam Mistakes | आम गलतियाँ
- Concept ठीक से clear न करना और सीधे रटने की कोशिश करना।
- Question पूरी तरह पढ़े बिना answer mark कर देना।
- Figures, dates, या formulas को last step में verify न करना।
NDA में smart strategy यह है कि आसान वाले सवाल पहले, doubtful बाद में – और silly mistakes से बचना सबसे ज़रूरी है।