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Write down the causes of failure of the revolt of 1857 A.D.

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The following were the main causes of failure of Indians in the rising of 1857 :

  • The day of 31st May, 1857 was fixed for the start of revolt. But it started on 29 March. Rebels were not fully prepared for the revolt.
  • Revolt did not spread in entire India.
  • Unity was lacked among rebels.
  • Rebels lacked means to carry on the revolt.
  • Rebels were not fighting for any common objectives.
  • Military generals of rebels were not capable objectives.
  • Some local kingdoms helped the British to crush the revolt.
  • Means of transport were under control of British.
  • Intelligence system of the British was very good.
  • They crushed the revolt with the help of their military.


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