The Sepoy Mutiny, also known as the Indian Rebellion of 1857, was a significant uprising against British colonial rule in India. It began in May 1857 when Indian sepoys (soldiers) of the British East India Company's army rebelled against their British officers in several locations across Northern and Central India. The rebellion was fueled by various factors, including discontent among Indian soldiers due to cultural and religious grievances, resentment towards British policies, and economic hardships. The revolt quickly spread to encompass a broader Indian population, including civilians and local rulers who joined the rebellion against British rule. Despite initial successes, the rebellion was eventually suppressed by the British, leading to significant changes in India's governance and the end of the rule of the British East India Company. The event is considered a crucial turning point in India's struggle for independence, paving the way for further nationalist movements in the decades to come.
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