The correct answer is: A) Geographical distance.
The 1857 uprising, also known as the Indian Rebellion of 1857, was a major uprising against the British East India Company in India. The uprising began in Meerut on 10 May 1857 and spread to other parts of India, including the princely states. The uprising was eventually suppressed by the British, but it had a profound impact on Indian history.
The rebels in Kerala found inspiration in the larger 1857 uprising, but they lacked direct coordination with the main revolt due to geographical distance. Kerala is located in the south of India, while the 1857 uprising was centered in the north. This geographical distance made it difficult for the rebels in Kerala to communicate with the rebels in the north and to coordinate their activities.
The other options are incorrect for the following reasons:
- B) Lack of weaponry: The rebels in Kerala had access to weaponry, including guns and swords.
- C) Religious divisions: The rebels in Kerala were not divided by religious differences. They were Hindus, Muslims, and Christians who united against the British.
- D) Caste-based rivalries: The rebels in Kerala were not divided by caste-based rivalries. They were from all castes, including Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras.