What was the immediate cause of the Mutiny of 1857?

Options

A. The discontentment of the Soldiers
B. The use of greased cartridges in the new Enfield Rifle
C. The social conditions of India
D. The introduction of railways and telegraphs.

Answer

B

Explanation

The use of greased cartidges in the new Enfield File is considered by historians as the 1857 Revolt. It was believed that the cartridges that were standard issues with lard (pork fat) which angered the Hindus as cows were equal to a goddess to them. This insulted both Hindu and Muslim religious practices.