Lesson 22 of 84 · Imperialism
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The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 was a significant uprising against British rule in India, sparked by a combination of grievances among Indian soldiers (sepoys) in the British East India Company.
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The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 was a significant uprising against British rule in India, sparked by a combination of grievances among Indian soldiers (sepoys) in the British East India Company. Issues such as cultural insensitivity, the introduction of the Enfield rifle, and economic exploitation fueled discontent. The rebellion marked a turning point in Indian resistance to colonial rule, leading to the dissolution of the East India Company and the establishment of direct British governance over India. This event laid the foundation for future nationalist movements seeking independence.
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The Sepoy Mutiny began in 1857 due to discontent among Indian soldiers.
Cultural insensitivity by the British was a major grievance.
The rebellion resulted in direct British governance over India.
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