Practicing Success
Which of the following cartoon representations of the Revolt of 1857 has a caption, "Well, then they shan't blow him from nasty guns; But he must promise to be a good little sepoy"? |
Justice, Punch, 12 September 1857. The British Lion's Vengeance on the Bengal Tiger, Punch, 1857. The Clemency of Canning, Punch, 24 October 1857. Execution of Mutineers in Peshwar, Illustrated London News, 3 October 1857. |
The Clemency of Canning, Punch, 24 October 1857. |
The correct answer is Option (3) → The Clemency of Canning, Punch, 24 October 1857. The cartoon titled "The Clemency of Canning," published in Punch on 24 October 1857, depicts a satirical representation of Lord Canning's policy of clemency during the aftermath of the Revolt of 1857. The cartoon's caption, "Well, then they shan't blow him from nasty guns; But he must promise to be a good little sepoy," reflects the satirical tone. Here's the reasoning behind it: Clemency Policy:
Satirical Tone:
"Good Little Sepoy":
Punch Magazine:
So, the correct option is [3]. |