Q. The immediate cause of the 1816 uprising in Bareilly was:

[A] The annexation of the kingdom of Rohilkhand under the Doctrine of Lapse.

[B] The introduction of the 'Chaukidari Tax' for the maintenance of a local police force.

[C] The prohibition of religious processions during the month of Muharram.

[D] The refusal of the British to recognize the adopted son of the local Nawab.

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

Statement: Correct. The uprising was a “civil” protest against a new house tax (police tax) which the local population considered an unnecessary burden. It turned violent after a prominent religious leader, Mufti Muhammad Aiwaz, was insulted by British officials.

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