Question
How did the rebels in 1857 try to materialise their vision of unity? Explain briefly.
Solution
The rebels tried to support of all sections of the society irrespective of their caste and creed. The rebellion was viewed as a war is which both the communities stood. Hindus and Muslims stood equally to gain or loose. The amicable relations which existed between the two communities were emphasized. The ishtahars brought to the forefront memories of the pre-British Hindu-Muslim past. Thus religious differences were not visible between the two communities in 1857 despite British attempts to create a wedge between them. In this way, the rebels tried to materialise their vision of unity.
