Multiple choice

Which of the following classes did not participate in the revolt of 1857?

I. Agricultural labourers II. Peasants III. Zamindars IV. Money lenders

Choose your answer from the codes given below.

  1. I

  2. I and IV

  3. IV

  4. III and IV
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The revolt of 1857 saw participation from peasants, many zamindars (though some sided with British), and agricultural laborers. However, moneylenders (class IV) generally did NOT participate and often sided with the British, as they were seen as exploiters by the rebelling masses. Option C correctly identifies that only moneylenders (IV) did not participate.

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