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प्रश्न
Answer the following question:
Why do you think the Revolt of 1857 failed? Discuss four, causes for its failure.
उत्तर
- Though it was widespread it failed to involve all sections of the population.
- The revolt did not involve the masses. Only those people joined revolt who had been adversely affected by the British. Scindia, Holkar, Raja of Jodhpur did not join it. Instead, they supported the British. Merchants, the western-educated middle class did not join it.
- The British soldiers were better equipped. Indians had outdated weapons. The British had experienced and competent Generals. Indian leaders lacked this expertise.
- The revolutionaries did not have enough resources. The British were stronger financially and militarily.
- The revolt was not planned and organised.
- The British had the advantage of post and telegraph. This helped them to communicate and exchange messages, plan strategies, and act immediately.
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