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Q. The main rebellion took place in the region south of Ranchi in 1899-1900. The rebellion aimed to drive away the British. It was led by a leader Birsa.

The above-mentioned information describes which of the tribal revolts:


A
Kol uprising
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Santhal rebellion
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C
Munda rebellion
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Indigo revolt
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Solution

The correct option is C Munda rebellion

Explanation:

Munda rebellion led by a great Munda leader Birsa Munda. The main rebellion took place in the region south of Ranchi in 1899-1900. The rebellion aimed to drive away the British & establish Munda Raj or Munda rule. Birsa Munda strongly protested against non-tribals occupying tribal lands. He also disliked the moneylenders & the zamindars who ill-treated the Mundas. He advised the Munda Farmers not to pay rent to the zamindars. He was against the introduction of feudal, zamindari tenures & exploitation by moneylenders & forest contractors.


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