Which of the following factors was least responsible for the failure of the 1857 revolt?

Q. Which of the following factors was least responsible for the failure of the 1857 revolt?
(a) absence of a developed political consciousness among Indians
(b) lack of support from the enlightened middle class
(c) internal feuds and jealousies among the rebels
(d) absence of strong leadership
Ans: (d) absence of strong leadership