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Chapter 17: The First War of Indian Independence (1857) — Online MCQ Test

Q: Which policy of the British is directly associated with the annexation of many Indian states before 1857?

Answer: B. Doctrine of Lapse — The Doctrine of Lapse was used by Lord Dalhousie to annex princely states when the ruler died without a natural heir.

Q: The immediate cause of the Revolt of 1857 was the introduction of new cartridges believed to be greased with:

Answer: C. Cow and pig fat — The use of cow and pig fat in the new Enfield cartridges offended both Hindu and Muslim sepoys, triggering the revolt.

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Which policy of the British is directly associated with the annexation of many Indian states before 1857?

A. Policy of Subsidiary Alliance
B. Doctrine of Lapse ✓
C. Policy of Divide and Rule
D. Policy of Free Trade

Answer: B. Doctrine of Lapse
The Doctrine of Lapse was used by Lord Dalhousie to annex princely states when the ruler died without a natural heir.

The immediate cause of the Revolt of 1857 was the introduction of new cartridges believed to be greased with:

A. Olive oil
B. Ghee and wax
C. Cow and pig fat ✓
D. Mustard oil

Answer: C. Cow and pig fat
The use of cow and pig fat in the new Enfield cartridges offended both Hindu and Muslim sepoys, triggering the revolt.

Which of the following best explains the British policy that angered many Indian princes before 1857?

A. They were allowed to expand their kingdoms freely
B. They were forced to accept British rule and lose power through annexation ✓
C. They were given equal seats in the British Parliament
D. They were encouraged to form an independent federation

Answer: B. They were forced to accept British rule and lose power through annexation
The British annexed several princely states and reduced the authority of Indian rulers, creating resentment.

Read the statement and choose the correct answer: 'The revolt did not become a nationwide movement because...'

A. All Indians were united under one leader
B. Different regions rose at different times and many rulers stayed loyal to the British ✓
C. The rebels had modern weapons superior to the British
D. The British had no army in India

Answer: B. Different regions rose at different times and many rulers stayed loyal to the British
The revolt lacked coordination across India, and several rulers and groups did not join it, limiting its spread.

Which of the following conclusions about the Revolt of 1857 is most accurate?

A. It completely removed British influence from India
B. It marked the end of Indian resistance to British rule
C. It became a symbol of the first major struggle against British rule ✓
D. It was supported only by educated Indians in cities

Answer: C. It became a symbol of the first major struggle against British rule
The revolt is historically remembered as the first major, broad-based struggle against British domination in India.