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प्रश्न
State two effects of the British defeat in the First Afghan War on the Indian soldiers.
उत्तर
- Loss of Prestige: The defeat damaged the British reputation of military invincibility, leading to a loss of prestige among Indian soldiers and the local population.
- Increased Discontent: The Indian soldiers became disillusioned with British leadership, as they were often blamed for failures, which contributed to growing unrest among the troops.
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