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Which one of the following territories was not affected by the Revolt of 1857?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Jhansi
  2. Chittor
  3. Jagdishpur
  4. Lucknow

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Chittor

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Chittor. The Revolt of 1857, also known as the First War of Indian Independence, was a widespread but uneven uprising against British rule. It mainly affected northern and central parts of India. Major centres of the revolt included Delhi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Jhansi, Bareilly, Faizabad, Jagdishpur, and Gwalior. Chittor (Chittorgarh), located in present-day Rajasthan, did not actively participate in the 1857 uprising. This region remained relatively quiet and under the control of princely states that were either loyal to the British or neutral during the revolt.