Question

How are the peasant uprisings in British India classified?

Answer 1

Instructions:

• Discuss the four categories in which the peasant uprising of British India has been classified.

Solution: There were nearly a hundred peasant uprisings during British rule. They can be classified into the following categories:

• Restorative rebellions – Agitation of this type relates to attempts to restore old order and social relations.
• Religious Movements – Such agitations were led by religious leaders who fought for the liberation of the local populace by restructuring society on certain religious principles.
• Social Banditry – The leaders of such movements were considered criminals by the British and the traditional elite. Still, they were looked upon by their people as heroes or champions of their cause.
• Mass Insurrection – Usually leaderless and spontaneous uprising.