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(a) Why was the Revolt of 1857 specially widespread in Awadh? Explain.
(a) Why was the Revolt of 1857 specially widespread in Awadh? Explain.
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Highlight regional factors when discussing the Revolt of 1857.
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The Revolt of 1857 was widespread in Awadh due to: Exploitation of peasants by taluqdars.
Annexation of Awadh by the British under the Doctrine of Lapse. Resentment among soldiers recruited from Awadh.
These factors created a strong base for rebellion in the region.
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