The Azamgarh Proclamation of August 25, 1857 stressed on which one of

The Azamgarh Proclamation of August 25, 1857 stressed on which one of the following issues ?

Hindu-Muslim divide
Support to the English Government
The return of the Badshahi
The imposition of heavy Dumas (revenue demand)
This question was previously asked in
UPSC NDA-1 – 2019
The correct answer is (C) The return of the Badshahi.
The Azamgarh Proclamation of August 25, 1857, issued during the Indian Mutiny, was a comprehensive document outlining the grievances against British rule and promising a return to a just and prosperous rule under the Mughal Emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar (referred to as Badshahi). It appealed to various sections of society by promising specific benefits upon the restoration of the old order.
The proclamation strongly condemned the British government’s policies, including revenue systems, destruction of indigenous industries, and perceived interference in religious matters. It explicitly called for the restoration of the sovereignty of the Mughal Emperor and outlined the structure of the alternative government, promising justice and prosperity for Hindus and Muslims alike. This document is a significant primary source for understanding the rebels’ objectives and ideology during the 1857 revolt.