Question

The revolt of 1857 was seen as a turning point because it?

• A. led to the fall of the British Empire
• B. was entirely peaceful
• C. marked the first large-scale organised resistance against the British rule in India
• D. led to immediate independence for India

Answer 1

Answer:

C. marked the first large-scale organised resistance against the British rule in India

The revolt of 1857 marked the first large-scale organised resistance against the British rule in India. The Revolt of 1857 was a major uprising against British rule in India, initiated by Indian soldiers but later joined by various sections of society. .This revolt is significant as it marked the first large-scale attempt to challenge British imperial power and laid the groundwork for future resistance movements.