In the context of 1857 Revolt the causes that led to the Sepoy Mutiny were 1 Th...........

Modern Indian History 1857-1885

In the context of 1857 Revolt, the causes that led to the Sepoy Mutiny were:

1. The disparity in number of European and Indian troops in the British Indian Forces.

2. The General Service Enlistment Act ordering all recruits to the Bengal Army to be ready for service both within and outside India.

3. The introduction of Enfield rifle with greased cartridges.

2 and 3

1, 2 and 3

2 only

1 and 3 only

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Explanation:

All statements are correct .

Statement 1. is correct because the disproportionate ratio of Sepoys ( Indian troops) to Europeans ( 6:1) and faulty disposition of the troops gave sepoys some confidence.

Statement 2 is correct .General service enlistment act 1856( Introduced by Canning)-- which decreed that all future recruits for Bengal army would have to give an undertaking to serve anywhere ( also across the sea -- means loss of caste for sepoys) within or outside Bengal .

statement 3 is correct .-- It was the immediate cause of the revolt .