NCERT Class 12 History — Chapter 2: Rebels and the Raj- 1857 Revolt and its Representations

With reference to the revolt in Awadh, who was Hanwant Singh?

Consider the following statements regarding the planning and coordination of the Revolt of 1857: 1. There is clear documentary evidence proving that a central committee of Indian rulers planned the dates of the mutinies. 2. The 7th Awadh Irregular Cavalry refused to accept new cartridges and informed the 48th Native Infantry that they awaited their orders. 3. Charles Ball noted that panchayats were a nightly occurrence in the Kanpur sepoy lines. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to Shah Mal, a rebel leader in 1857, consider the following statements: 1. He destroyed the bungalow of an English officer rather than using it for administration. 2. He belonged to a clan of Jat cultivators related to the chaurasee des. 3. He survived the revolt and lived until 1860. Which of the statements given above are correct?

"A cherry that will drop into our mouth one day." Which Governor General made this remark regarding the kingdom of Awadh?

With reference to the administrative structures established by the rebels in 1857, consider the following statements: 1. The rebels attempted to restore the eighteenth-century Mughal world. 2. In Awadh, the administrative hierarchy collapsed completely within days of the revolt. 3. They continued the system of land revenue collection to meet military expenses. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?