During the Revolt of 1857, there was the prophecy that British rule would come to an end on the centenary of the Battle of Plassey. When was the centenary of the Battle of Plassey?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → 23 June 1857
The call for action in 1857 was reinforced by the prophecy that British rule would end on the centenary of the Battle of Plassey, on 23 June 1857. Four dates one day apart: only the exact date wins this mark; learn the dates of the chapter as well.
NCERT (2026-27): “1.4 Rumours and prophecies … These fears stirred men to action. The response to the call for action was reinforced by the prophecy that British rule would come to an end on the centenary of the Battle of Plassey, on 23 June 1857. Rumours were not the only thing circulating at the time. Reports came from various parts of North India that chapattis were being distributed from village to village.…” |