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Dalhousie's tenure preceded which significant event?
Indian Independence
French Revolution
Indian Rebellion of 1857
Boxer Rebellion
Answer
The Indian Rebellion of 1857, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny, was a major uprising against British rule in India. It began in Meerut on May 10, 1857, and spread to large parts of north and central India. The rebellion was caused by a combination of factors, including grievances among Indian soldiers, economic hardships, and resentment against British rule.
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