Revolt of 1857 Explained: Sepoy Mutiny or India’s First War of Independence?

The Revolt of 1857 was not just a military mutiny — it became the foundation of India’s freedom struggle. In this video by SRIRAM’s IAS, understand the real story behind the 1857 uprising, from Mangal Pandey’s rebellion to the role of Rani Lakshmibai, Kunwar Singh, peasants, taluqdars, and sepoys.

🔍 In this video:
• Causes of the Revolt of 1857
• Sepoy Mutiny vs First War of Independence
• Doctrine of Lapse & Subsidiary Alliance
• British policies and social reforms
• Enfield rifle controversy explained
• Role of Awadh peasants and zamindars
• Mangal Pandey and Meerut uprising
• Why the revolt failed
• Historical significance of 1857

00:00 Introduction
00:15 Spread of the Revolt
01:05 British Expansion Policies
01:36 Social & Religious Causes
02:08 Military Causes
03:13 Mass Participation Beyond Sepoys
05:26 Historical Significance

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