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How was the fate of Captain Hearsey settled by the sepoys?
ABy an order from the Delhi court
BBy drawing lots in the lines
CBy a panchayat of native officers
DBy a vote of British officers
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. By a panchayat of native officers
A panchayat of native officers from each regiment decided the matter, suggesting collective decision making among sepoys.
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