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:
A10th May 1857
B26th June 1875
C6th September 1857
D9th November 1875
Answer:
A. 10th May 1857
Explanation:
- 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