What were sepoys?

a. Muslims who rebelled against British rule
b. Hindus who used British mercenaries to fight Muslims
c. Indian mercenaries who fought for the British
d. British merchants who worked in India
e. Hindus who were defeated at the Battle of Plassey


Ans: c

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