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Q.

Which of the following is/are incorrect regarding the British army before 1857?

1. Sepoys refused to fight in Burma because crossing the sea was meant loss of caste.

2. The British Army employed Sepoys from all the castes so that they could maintain large Army & avoid any discrimination.

3. It was considered prestigious to be in the service of the company and Sepoys were happy with emoluments.

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Explanation:
  • The Sepoys refused to fight because crossing the sea was meant loss of caste. Hence Statement 1 is correct.
  • Sepoys were predominantly drawn from the upper caste hindus esp. North Western Provinces & Oudh. Hence, 2nd Statement is incorrect.
  • Even though sepoys considered prestigious to be in the service of the company, they were not happy with the emoluments.Hence, 3rd Statement is incorrect.

Thus, Option B is Correct.

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