Question

Mention the following.

(i) Two examples of social practices prevailing then.

(ii) Two oppressive policies of the British.

(iii) Two ways in which common people suffered.

(iv) Four reasons for the discontent that led to the 1857 War of Independence.

Answer 1

• (i) Two examples of social practices prevailing then: Untouchability and child marriage.
  • (ii) Two oppressive policies of the British: The British decided to do away with import duty on goods brought from England.
  • (iii) Two ways in which common people suffered: The farmers were taxed heavily and ! the thumbs of skilled workers were cut by, importing goods from Britain.
  • (iv) Four reasons for the discontent that led to the 1857 War of Independence: Discontent was brewing amongst the Indians.