Rumours circulate only when they resonate, with the deep fears and suspicion of the people.” How was this statement true in the context of the Revolt of 1857?
In reality, the rumours spread only if they create a feeling of awe and doubt among the people. The British policies created a sense of awe and terror in the minds of the people. So the rumours spread with a rapid speed. The following policies had a hand in the spread of the rumors: Under the leadership of Lord William Bentinck, the British Government was implementing special policies to reform the Indian society through the western system of education, western ideas, and western institutions. With the help of a few sections of society, they opened and established many English medium schools, colleges, and universities. The British formulated laws to abolish Sati Pratha in 1829 and legitimize the Hindu widow remarriage. The Christian Missionaries propagated Christianity in the whole of India.
