Multiple choice general knowledge In which year, the first battle of Independence occured? 1857 1942 1916 1824 Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The First War of Indian Independence, also known as the Indian Rebellion of 1857 or Sepoy Mutiny, occurred in 1857. This was a major uprising against British East India Company rule. 1942 was the Quit India Movement, while 1916 saw the Lucknow Pact.