Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Rebels and the Raj

Question:

The Governer General who introduced Enfield rifles using greased cartridges was ____.

Options:

Henry Hardinge

Francis Grant

Captain Wright

Walker Hardinge

Correct Answer:

Henry Hardinge

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → Henry Hardinge

The Governer General who introduced Enfield rifles using greased cartridges was Henry Hardinge.

As Governor General, Henry Hardinge attempted to modernize the equipment of the army. The Enfield rifles that were introduced initially used the greased cartridges the sepoys rebelled against.