Chronology of 19th-century Uprisings — UPSC Prelims PYQ 1999

Consider the following events:

1. Indigo Revolt
2. Santhal Rebellion
3. Deccan Riot
4. Mutiny of the Sepoys

The correct chronological sequence of these events is:

1. IV, II, I, III
2. IV, II, III, I
3. II, IV, III, I
4. II, IV, I, III

Explanation

Option (d) is correct

• The Santhal Rebellion occurred first in 1855–56, followed by the Indian Rebellion of 1857 in 1857. The Indigo Revolt took place in 1859–60, and the Deccan Riots occurred later in 1875.

Answer: d) II, IV, I, III