Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

In the context of the revolt of 1857, the term mutiny refers primarily to the uprising of the peasants, zamindars, rajas and jagirdars.

The correct answer is Option 4 - In the context of the revolt of 1857, the term mutiny refers primarily to the uprising of the peasants, zamindars, rajas and jagirdars.

Correction in OPTION 4: In the context of the revolt of 1857 the term revolt refers primarily to the uprising of the civilian population (peasants, zamindars, rajas, jagirdars) while the mutiny was of the sepoys.

Explanation:

Mutiny – a collective disobedience of rules and regulations within the armed forces.

Revolt – a rebellion of people against established authority and power.

The terms ‘revolt’ and ‘rebellion’ can be used synonymously.

In the context of the revolt of 1857 the term revolt refers primarily to the uprising of the civilian population (peasants, zamindars, rajas, jagirdars) while the mutiny was of the sepoys.