{"id":67494,"date":"2024-04-20T10:10:56","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:10:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=67494"},"modified":"2024-04-20T10:10:56","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:10:56","slug":"the-revolt-of-1857-is-considered-a-watershed-moment-in-indian-history-because-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/the-revolt-of-1857-is-considered-a-watershed-moment-in-indian-history-because-it\/","title":{"rendered":"The Revolt of 1857 is considered a watershed moment in Indian history because it:"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\r\n    <!-- Check if it's an AMP page -->\r\n            <!-- Non-AMP version -->\r\n        <div class=\"mcq-container\" data-quiz-id=\"quizState_6a972c2c29ee5\">\r\n                                            <div class=\"option\" data-option-key=\"option1\" data-is-correct=\"false\">\r\n                    Led to the immediate end of British rule                <\/div>\r\n                                 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It began on 10 May 1857 at Meerut, and soon spread to other parts of the country. The rebels were motivated by a variety of factors, including religious and economic grievances, as well as resentment of British rule.<\/p>\n<p>The revolt was ultimately unsuccessful, but it had a profound impact on Indian history. It exposed the weaknesses of British rule and led to a number of reforms, including the transfer of power from the East India Company to the British Crown. The revolt also helped to unite Hindus and Muslims against a common enemy, and it is considered a watershed moment in Indian history.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a brief explanation of each option:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Option a) is incorrect because the revolt did not lead to the immediate end of British rule. The British were able to suppress the revolt and maintain control of India for another 90 years.<\/li>\n<li>Option b) is correct because the revolt exposed weaknesses in British control. 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