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Class 8 · Social Science · Exploring Society: India and Beyond - Part I

4. The Colonial Era in India

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The revolt of 1857 began at

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Answer: A. Meerut

Sepoys at Meerut rose on 10 May 1857 and marched to Delhi.

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In which year did the Battle of Plassey take place?

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Answer: A. 1757

Robert Clive's victory in 1757 began British control of Bengal.

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The Doctrine of Lapse was introduced by

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Answer: A. Lord Dalhousie

States without a natural heir were taken over by the Company.

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