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Loyal landholders were told after the revolt that they would:
ABe allowed rewards
BLose their titles
CPay double revenue
DMove to the cities
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Be allowed rewards
1. The British sought allies among the landed classes.
2. Rewards for loyal landholders would be allowed.
3. Loyalty during the revolt was repaid with security.
_Source: NCERT Class 8 History, 'When People Revolt: 1857 and After' (hess205)_
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