Question

What were the main consequences of the First War of Independence?
A- Policy of Divide and Rule.
B- Religious Changes
C- Changes in the Army
D- All the above

Answer 1

Hint:
The East India Company's reign came to an end and the British parliament took India under power.
The second major finding was the elimination of Lapse's Rule.
Sons who could be their successors could now be adopted by the emperors of states.

Complete answer:
Three implications of freedom from the First War follow:

End of the Company Rule in India - The most important outcome of the revolt of 1857 was the end of the rule of the English East India Company and the British supremacy of the Government of India. In 1858 under the Government of India Act.

Divide and rule policy - The British continued their divide and rule policy after 1858, especially with a focus on turning Hindus against the Muslim community. The British authorities used the government service attractions to push a wedge among the educated Indians belonging to various religious communities. In addition, on the grounds of religious affiliation, many privileges and compromises were extended to promote bad feelings and hostility among Hindus and Muslims.

Moral Reforms - The British rulers clearly proclaimed that they would not mess with the native Indians' religious affairs, rituals and practices.

Changes in the Army- After 1858, the Indian army was remembered in the following manner to prevent another rebellion. The number of Indian Troops was decreased to 1, 40,000 and the number of European troops were increased to 65,000 and they were kept in key locations. Charge of the weapons was not under Indian Troop. Divide and Rule were practised while recruiting. Soldiers weren’t allowed to read newspapers and journals.

Therefore, the correct answer is D

Note:
Few other consequences include end of Mughals and Peshawar.
Racial Antagonism.
Lord Canning became the first viceroy of India and promised not to intervene in the social and religious matters.