The aftermath of the Sepoy Rebellion in colonial India in 1857 led to significant changes in British colonial governance. The rebellion, fueled by discontent among Indian soldiers and widespread resentment toward British rule, resulted in brutal reprisals and marked the end of the British East India Company's control over India. Subsequently, the British Crown assumed direct control of India, initiating the period known as the British Raj. This shift brought about administrative reforms and increased military presence but also intensified efforts to suppress Indian nationalism, setting the stage for future independence movements.