Question

The greatest revolt which shook the foundation of British rule in India and marked a turning point in the history of India began on:

• A. 10th May 1857
• B. 26th June 1875
• C. 6th September 1857
• D. 9th November 1875

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 10th May 1857

• The revolt of 1857 was the conscious beginning of the Independence struggle against the colonial tyranny of the British.
• There are various names for the revolt of 1857 – India's First War of Independence, Sepoy Mutiny, etc.
• The revolt began on May 10, 1857, at Meerut as a sepoy mutiny