Question : What is a common theme in contemporary British accounts of the Revolt of 1857 ?
Option 1: Sympathy for the Indian cause
Option 2: Admiration for the bravery of the rebels
Option 3: Criticism of British military tactics
Option 4: Emphasis on the need for strong colonial governance
Correct Answer: Emphasis on the need for strong colonial governance
Solution :
Correct Option: 4
Explanation: A common theme in contemporary British accounts of the Revolt of 1857 is the emphasis on the need for strong colonial governance, as a way to justify the suppression of the revolt and the continuation of British rule in India.