Question 1. Why did the mutinous sepoys in many places turn to erstwhile rulers to provide leadership to the revolt? The mutinous sepoys in many places turned to erstwhile rulers to provide leadership to the revolt during the 1857 rebellion due to a combination of historical, social, and strategic factors.The sepoys sought legitimacy, organizational strength, … Read more
Question 6. Why was the revolt particularly widespread in Awadh? What prompted the peasants, taluqdars and zamindars to join the revolt? The Revolt of 1857 was particularly widespread in Awadh (present-day Uttar Pradesh) due to a combination of political, economic, and social factors that deeply affected the lives of peasants, taluqdars (landowners), and zamindars (landlords). … Read more
Question 8. Analyse, with illustrations, why bhakti and sufi thinkers adopted a variety of languages in which to express their opinions. The Bhakti and Sufi movements, which emerged in different regions of South Asia and the Islamic world, were marked by spiritual reform and inclusive religious expression. These movements sought to make religious teachings accessible … Read more
Question 9. What are the problems of using official sources in writing about the history of peasants? The problems of using official sources in writing about the history of peasants are multifaceted and must be carefully examined in the context of colonial historiography. Official records, which form the primary archival material for historians, reflect the … Read more
Question 1. Why was the jotedar a powerful figure in many areas of rural Bengal? The jotedar emerged as a powerful figure in many areas of rural Bengal due to several factors, particularly during the colonial period. Jotedars played a significant role in the agrarian economy and local governance. They were wealthy landlords who controlled … Read more