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In the Context of the Military Causes of the Revolt of 1857. Answer the Following Question: How Did the Act Pass in 1856 by the British Hurt the Sentiments of the Hindu Sepoys? - History and Civics

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Answer the following question briefly:

In the context of the military causes of the Revolt of 1857. answer the following question:

How did the Act pass in 1856 by the British hurt the sentiments of the Hindu sepoys?

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In 1856, an Act was passed which made it compulsory for all new recruits to serve overseas if required. This hurt the sentiments of the Hindus because they believed that overseas travel would lead to a loss of caste. The sepoys interpreted the regulation as another attack on their caste and religion.

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