Impact of Revolt of 1857
The Revolt of 1857 had shaken the foundation of British East India Company and also disclosed their inefficiencies for handling the administration in India. A major impact was the introduction of Government of India Act, 1858, which led to abolishment of the rule of British East India Company and also marked the beginning of British raj which was bestowed the powers in hands of British government by Governor- General.
Revolt of 1857
The revolt of 1857 was also known as the First War of Independence. It has several different incidents and backgrounds leading to an uprising as such revolt. The revolt began on 10th May 1857 at Meerut as a form of sepoy mutiny and it was initiated by sepoys in the Bengal Presidency against the British officers. Discriminative policies, violence, and economic exploitation affected all the sections and religions of the Indian Society which shook the foundation of the British Empire in India. All Indian Rulers, artisans, zamindars, peasants, traders, and craftsmen had severe discontent that burst in the form of the 1857 revolt.
This war of independence marked the end of rule by the British East India Company and post which India came to be ruled directly by the British Government., through representatives of the Governor-General. The major cause emerged from all aspects – social, cultural, economic, and political of the Indian Population. Though revolt had its time in 1857 annoying policies and aggressive attitudes were the major reason. Besides the introduction of greased cartridges sparked the fire.
Table of Content
- Revolt of 1857
- Immediate Cause of Revolt of 1857
- Causes of the Revolt of 1857
- Important Leaders Associated with Revolt of 1857
- Causes of the Revolt of 1857- In Detail
- Aftermath of the Revolt
- Impact of Revolt of 1857
- Causes of Failure of the Revolt of 1857
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