Consider the following statements about the Revolt of 1857:
1. It began at Meerut on 10 May 1857.
2. Bahadur Shah Zafar was proclaimed the leader of the revolt at Delhi.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Both 1 and 2
- Step 1: The revolt began at Meerut and the rebels declared Bahadur Shah Zafar their leader at Delhi. Answer: Both 1 and 2. Why not the others: 1 only, 2 only and Neither 1 nor 2 don't fit.
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