UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank Modern History & Indian National Movement - II

Consider the following statements in regard to the features of the British Indian army up to 1857:

1. It was the chief instrument to extend and to defend the British Empire in Asia and Africa.

2. The Indian soldiers were recruited in the army from all over India and they had no feeling of national unity against the foreigner rule.

3. The Indian soldiers had a long tradition or loyalty to the salt.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A) 1 and 2 only

B) 2 and 3 only

C) 1 and 3 only

D) All of the above

Correct Answer: C

Solution :

The soldiers, in the British Indian Army, were mainly recruited, up to 1857, from the area presently includes the states Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.