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What were the effects of the Revolt?

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The effects of the Revolt were: By the end of 1859, the British had regained their control over the subcontinent. The consequences of the Revolt of 1857 were very important and made an impact on British power. They could not continue the same policies. According to an act passed by the British parliament in August 1858, the Company rule came to an end. The responsibility for administration was taken up by the British Queen and the Parliament. The title of Governor General was changed. He came to be known as Viceroy that is a personal representation of the crown. The Doctrine of Lapse was abandoned and the right to adoption was recognized. The Indian princes were assured that their territories would never be annexed. The Queen declared that all treaties with the native rulers would be honoured. The British army was reorganized and the number of British soldiers was increased. British soldiers were put in charge of artillery. Indian soldiers were divided and separated to break their unity. The Hindus and Muslims had fought together during the revolt to free themselves from foreign rule. Now the British tried to destroy the unity and adopted the policy of divide and rule. The British decided to respect and not interfere with the religious and social practices of the people in India. The sacrifices of some great Indian rulers during the Revolt of 1857 aroused feelings of nationalism among the Indians. The leaders of the revolt became heroes. The revolt became a symbol of challenge of the mighty British power in India. The Mughal dynasty and Peshwaship came to an end. Queen Victoria granted full religious freedom. Indians were given assurance that High posts would be given to them without any discrimination.