Question

Q. Consider the following statements:

1. In the Songram Sangma revolt tribal groups reacted against high demand for land revenue.
2. The Songram Sangma revolt was witnessed in Assam during the first half of twentieth century.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A.
  1 only
• B.
  2 only
• C.
  Both 1 and 2
• D.
  Neither 1 and 2

Answer 1

The correct option is B

2 only
Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect: The life of tribal groups was directly connected to the forest. So changes in forest laws had a considerable effect on tribal lives. The British extended their control over all forests and declared that forests were state property. Some forests were classified as Reserved Forests for they produced timber which the British wanted. In these forests people were not allowed to move freely, practise jhum cultivation, collect fruits, or hunt animals. Many tribal groups reacted against the colonial forest laws. They disobeyed the new rules, continued with practices that were declared illegal, and at times rose in open rebellion.
• Statement 2 is correct: the Songram Sangma revolt was witnessed in 1906 in Assam.