Glimpses of the Past (Chapter-3.1)

Mention the following.

(i) Two examples of social practices prevailing then.

(ii) Two oppressive policies of the British.

(iii) Two ways in which common people suffered.

(iv) Four reasons for the discontent that led to the 1857 War of Independence.

Name these people

(i)The ruler who fought pitched battles against the British and died fighting.

(ii) The person who wanted to reform the society.

(iii) The person who recommended the introduction of English education in India.

(iv) Two popular leaders who led the revolt (Choices may vary.)

In what ways did the British officers exploit Indians?

Which picture, according to you, reveals the first sparks of the fire of revolt?

Quote the words used by Ram Mohan Roy to say that every religion teaches the same principles.

Who is an artisan? Why do you think the artisans suffered? (picture 3)

How did the East India Company subdue the Indian princes?

In Picture 2 what do you understand by the Company's “superior weapons”?

Change the following sentences into indirect speech.

(i) First man: We must educate our brothers.

Second man: And try to improve their material conditions.

Third man: For that we must convey our grievances to the British Parliament

The first man said that _____________________________________________________

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The second man added that _________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________The third man suggested that ___________________________________________

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(ii) First soldier: The white soldier gets huge pay, mansions and servants.

Second soldier: We get a pittance and slow promotions.

Third soldier: Who are the British to abolish our customs?

The first man said that _____________________________________________________

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The second soldier remarked that ____________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________The third soldier asked ____________________________________________________

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 Do you think the Indian princes were short-sighted in their approach to the events of 1757?