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प्रश्न
What was the General Service Enlistment Act?
उत्तर
In 1856, the General Service Enlistment Act was passed by the British Parliament. According to this act, the Indian soldiers could be sent overseas. The Brahmin soldiers saw in it a slander to their caste. According to an accepted belief, if was considered a taboo for a Brahmin to cross,the seas. This Act disregarded the feelings of the Indian troops, which led to a feeling of resentment among them. As a result, they were angry with the British.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
With reference to the Two Major World wars in the 20th century, answer the following questions:
Explain briefly the causes of World War I with reference to Nationalism and Imperialism.
Mention any two objectives of the Indian National Army
Explain the causes of the Great Revolt of 1857 with reference to the following:
Any three political causes
Explain the following statement with a reason.
There was discontent among the Hindu and Muslim sepoys.
Name two famous Indian leaders of the revolt of 1857.
Why did the Indian craftsmen and artisans start resenting the British Rule? Give two reasons.
Mention any two social evils that existed in India during the 19th century. What measures did the British Government take to stop them.
Numerous causes were at work in causing the great upsurge of 1857. With reference to this statement, explain the laws that interfered with the religious customs of the people.
State whether the following statement is True or false:
The Indian soldiers were given lesser salaries as compared to their British counterparts.
Give a reason why:
The Indian sepoys refused to bite the cartridges of the Enfield rifle.
