The Indian ‘Mutiny’?

Analyse evidence from documents and artefacts, then curate an exhibition to make a case for whether the conflict was a mutiny or war of independence.

What's your verdict: mutiny, rebellion or war of independence?

Examine the social and political environment in India during East India Company rule, and how a particular set of circumstances sparked what came to be known as the Indian Mutiny in 1857.

Learners investigate a range of archival artefacts and handling objects before delivering a presentation on what they believe the conflict should be called.

This session is 60 minutes long and includes:

• Handling objects (including weaponry)
• Archival materials
• Historic images
• Group working and presentation
• Peer-to-peer learning
• Gallery visit (optional)

Curriculum areas:

• History