69th BPSC Prelims (2023), question 124

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124. Which were reasons for the failure of the Revolt of 1857? 1. Military superiority of the British 2. Rebels lacked a unified programme/ideology 3. Lack of support from all sections of society.

     1. Only 1 and 2
     2. Only 2 and 3
     3. All of the above
     4. None of the above
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     Answer: C — All of the above

     All three factors — British military strength, the rebels' lack of unified ideology, and uneven social support — contributed to the revolt's failure.