Question

Explain the events that took place on 11th May of the rebellion of 1857 at Red Fort of Delhi.

Hint:

Remember: Delhi (11 May 1857) gave leadership to the revolt under Bahadur Shah Zafar.

Answer 1

Step 1: Arrival of rebels in Delhi. 
After the revolt at Meerut, the rebel soldiers marched towards Delhi and reached there on 11th May 1857. 

Step 2: Capture of Delhi. 
The rebels attacked and captured important areas of Delhi, overpowering British forces stationed there. 

Step 3: Role of Red Fort. 
The rebels entered the Red Fort and approached the Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar for leadership. 

Step 4: Declaration of leadership. 
Bahadur Shah Zafar was declared the Emperor of India, giving the revolt a strong political and symbolic identity. 

Step 5: Importance of the event. 
This event unified the rebels and turned the uprising into a widespread movement against British rule.