Understanding the Revolt of 1857

The Revolt of 1857, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny or the First War of Indian Independence, was a major uprising in India against the rule of the British East India Company.

Analyzing the Statements

Let's carefully examine each statement provided in the question regarding the Revolt of 1857:

1. Statement I: It was known as the Second War of Independence.

   Historians and nationalist leaders widely refer to the Revolt of 1857 as the First War of Indian Independence. This term was popularized by figures like Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. Therefore, calling it the "Second War of Independence" is generally considered incorrect.

2. Statement II: It was started on 13th May 1857.

   The actual mutiny that triggered the widespread rebellion started among the sepoys in Meerut on May 10, 1857. While there were earlier incidents, the main revolt officially began on this date.

3. Statement III: This rebellion started in Meerut.

   Yes, the Revolt of 1857 indeed began in Meerut on May 10, 1857, when Indian sepoys of the British East India Company rebelled against their British officers.

Identifying the Incorrect Statement

The question asks to identify the statement that is not correct regarding the Revolt of 1857.

• Statement I is incorrect because the revolt is known as the First, not Second, War of Independence.
• Statement II is incorrect as the revolt started on May 10, 1857, not May 13, 1857.
• Statement III is correct as the revolt started in Meerut.

Based on historical facts, both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect. However, the provided correct answer indicates that only Statement I is considered incorrect among the options.

Therefore, aligning with the provided answer structure where only one option is correct, Statement I is the statement that is identified as not correct.

Conclusion

Statement I, which claims the Revolt of 1857 was known as the Second War of Independence, is historically incorrect. While Statement II is also historically inaccurate regarding the date, the question structure and provided options focus on identifying a statement that is not correct, and based on the provided answer, Statement I is the intended incorrect statement.

Thus, the statement that is not correct is Statement I.