WORLD HISTORY

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: -Unfortunately, the Indian Revolt of 1857 did not result in freedom for India. In fact, Britain reacted to the rebellion by taking even firmer control of the “crown jewel” of its empire. It would be another 90 years before the people of India (and Pakistan) gained their independence.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Sepoy Mutiny failed due to the following reasons: Although the Hindus and Muslims had a common enemy, they were not exactly on friendly terms with each other. The rebellion lacked effective coordination with which they could not fulfill their objectives.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Indian Rebellion of 1857 was a major, but ultimately unsuccessful, uprising in India in 1857–58 against the rule of the British East India Company, which functioned as a sovereign power on behalf of the British Crown.