Q21
Consider the following statements related to the cause of 1857 revolt. I. It was a great disparity in salaries between the Indian and European soldiers. II. The Indian sepoys were treated with contempt by their European officers. III. The sepoys were sent to distant parts of the empire, but were not paid any extra allowance.
A.
Only I
B.
Only II
C.
Both I and II
D.
I, II and III
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
The cause of 1857 revolt were - It was a great disparity in salaries between the Indian and European soldiers. The Indian sepoys were treated with contempt by their European officers. The sepoys were sent to distant parts of the empire, but were not paid any extra allowance.