In which of the following cities, a revolt of 1857 started after a military revolt?

Question 1

In which of the following cities, a revolt of 1857 started after a military revolt?
1. Meerut
2. Delhi
3. Lucknow
4. Jhansi

Question 2

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Meerut

The correct answer is Meerut.

Indian Mutiny, also called Sepoy Mutiny or First War of Independence, widespread but unsuccessful rebellion against British rule in India in 1857–59.
Begun in Meerut by Indian troops (sepoys) in the service of the British East India Company, it spread to Delhi, Agra, Kanpur, and Lucknow.
The Revolt of 1857 lasted for more than a year. It was suppressed by the middle of 1858.
On July 8, 1858, fourteen months after the outbreak at Meerut, peace was finally proclaimed by Lord Canning.

SiddhiSomnath · Answer 1 · 2022-03-02T17:14:49+0000

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Meerut

The correct answer is Meerut.

Indian Mutiny, also called Sepoy Mutiny or First War of Independence, widespread but unsuccessful rebellion against British rule in India in 1857–59.
Begun in Meerut by Indian troops (sepoys) in the service of the British East India Company, it spread to Delhi, Agra, Kanpur, and Lucknow.
The Revolt of 1857 lasted for more than a year. It was suppressed by the middle of 1858.
On July 8, 1858, fourteen months after the outbreak at Meerut, peace was finally proclaimed by Lord Canning.

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