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Q · Social and Cultural UprisingsMedium · 45s
The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was triggered by:
TopicSocial and Cultural Uprisings
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The immediate cause was the use of rifle cartridges greased with cow and pig fat, offending Hindu and Muslim soldiers, which symbolized deeper resentment of British colonial rule.
Final Answer: Option A - Religious and cultural insensitivity by British troops