Question

On the same outline map, two places have been marked as A and B as the centres of revolt of 1857. Identify them and write their names on the lines drawn near them.

Answer 1

For map marking purposes, students should:

• Use appropriate symbols like dots, triangles, or circles to mark:
  • Kalibanga in Rajasthan – near the Ghaggar river
  • Amravati in Andhra Pradesh – close to the Krishna River
  • Amber (or Bijapur, if chosen) in their respective states
  • Identify A and B as likely centres of the 1857 revolt, such as:
    • Meerut – where the revolt began
    • Jhansi – associated with Rani Lakshmibai
    • Other prominent centres may include: Delhi, Kanpur, and Lucknow
  • Write the names neatly next to the marked letters.