Question

Arrange the following events of 1857 chronologically:
(A) Mutiny turned into a general revolt of the people
(B) Mutiny started in Meerut
(C) Delhi garrisons revolt
(D) British forces under Havelock and Outram entered the Residency in Lucknow
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B), (C), (D)
• B. (B), (C), (A), (D)
• C. (B), (A), (D), (C)
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A)

Hint:

The sequence of the outbreak of the 1857 Revolt is a classic topic. Remember the chain reaction: Meerut (May 10) → Delhi (May 11) → Spread across North India (late May/June).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The question asks for the correct chronological sequence of key events during the Indian Revolt of 1857.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
Let's establish the timeline for the events:

(B) Mutiny started in Meerut: The revolt began on the evening of 10th May 1857, when sepoys of the 3rd Native Cavalry in Meerut broke open the jail and mutinied.
(C) Delhi garrisons revolt: The mutinous sepoys from Meerut marched overnight and reached Delhi on the morning of 11th May 1857. They were joined by the local garrisons in Delhi, who also revolted and killed their European officers.
(A) Mutiny turned into a general revolt of the people: Following the capture of Delhi and the proclamation of Bahadur Shah Zafar as the Emperor, the revolt spread like wildfire across North India. In late May and June 1857, the sepoy mutiny in various centers was accompanied by a general uprising of the civilian population.
(D) British forces under Havelock and Outram entered the Residency in Lucknow: The British Residency in Lucknow was besieged by rebels. The first attempt to relieve the besieged garrison was successful when forces under Henry Havelock and James Outram fought their way into the Residency on 25th September 1857.
Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct chronological order is: Mutiny in Meerut (B), Delhi revolt (C), Mutiny turns into a general revolt (A), and British entry into Lucknow Residency (D). The sequence is (B), (C), (A), (D).