SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -Indian Mutiny, also called Sepoy Mutiny or First War of Independence, widespread but unsuccessful rebellion against British rule in India in 1857–59.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 is considered as The First War of Indian Independence. It is also known as the Indian Rebellion and the Indian Mutiny of 1857.

Detailed explanation-3: -The rebellions of 1857 are often called the ‘Indian Mutiny’. This term was used from 1857 because the British felt betrayed by the Indian soldiers under the employment of the British East India Company. However, not everyone agrees with the label ‘mutiny’ because it ignores the civilian component of the rebel forces.

Detailed explanation-4: -British called the revolt of 1857 as the ‘Sepoy Mutiny’. It is also called First War of Independence.