Multiple choice

What caused the Sepoy Rebellion?

  1. Britain wanted Indian soldiers to wear boots made of animal skins.

  2. Britain wanted Indian soldiers to put down Muslim rebellions.

  3. Britain wanted Indian soldiers to be personal servants to British royalty.

  4. Britain wanted Indian soldiers to use rifle parts greased with animal fat.
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Explanation

The immediate trigger for the Sepoy Rebellion was the introduction of new rifle cartridges rumored to be greased with cow and pig fat, which offended both Hindu and Muslim soldiers.

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