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Uprising of 1857
The uprising of 1857 was a widespread and varied challenge to East India Company rule involving soldiers, rulers and communities across northern and central India.
Key points
- Began with military revolt and expanded into broader resistance
- Had important centres in Delhi, Kanpur, Lucknow and Jhansi
- Led to the end of East India Company rule
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India
India, also known as Bharat, is a diverse constitutional republic with a civilisational heritage extending across millennia and a modern democratic, scientific and cultural presence of global significance.
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- [1] Indian Culture Portal — Indian Culture Portal, Ministry of Culture, Government of India Government Portal View source
Last verified: 25/10/2026