Why and how was the delhi plundered by the British after 1857?
After the revolt it's resources were drained and it's system of administration was altogether changed.Following points will help to understand this question better:
After the revolt of 1857, Bhadur Shah Jaffar was sent to Rangoon jail for rest of his life.
After the revolt of 1857, Bhadur Shah Jaffar was sent to Rangoon jail for rest of his life.
- His sons were butchered on the gates of the Red Fort.
- His successors were declared as mere Prince and they were thrown out of the Red fort.
- Queen Elizabeth was declared as the Empress of India by the Queens's proclamation.
- Indians were declared as unfit to rule themselves.