British India And Revolution
Beginning of paper
The conflict and controversy surrounding events in India during the British occupation helped give rise to many conflicting ideas about British rule. Although they varied in degree, the ultimate ideas would question the authority of British dominance, overall.
Interpretation of Rebellious events du ....
Middle of paper
.... caste system and convert India to Christianity. Although this was
not factual, the subsequent actions of British officials did nothing to dispel the rumors, and Brahmins began to fearfully question British motives.
The rebellion in 1857 can be seen as caused by the accumulating grievances of the Sepoy Army of Bengal. Certain factors contributed to the deterioration of morale amongst the Sepoy army that was comprised of Brahmins and other high caste Hindus who assisted in promoting a “ ....
------------------
Word count: 1388
Page count: 6 (approximately 250 words per page)