Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Rebels and the Raj

Question:

What was the immediate cause of the Revolt of 1857?

Options:

Mixing bone dust of cows and pigs in atta.

Cartridges of Enfield Rifle.

Introduction of western education

Abolition of Sati system.

Correct Answer:

Cartridges of Enfield Rifle.

Explanation:

Cartridges of Enfield Rifle, which were rumored to be coated with the fat of pigs and cows was the immediate cause of the Revolt of 1857.