Question

S1: The Santhals attacked the traders and Mahajans.

S2: The British arrested Bir Singh, the leader of the violent strikes. He was humiliated and beaten to death, thus ending the Santhal uprising.

Select the appropriate option from the following:

• A. S1: True; S2: True
• B. S1: True; S2: False
• C. S1: False; S2: True
• D. S1: False; S2: False

Answer 1

The correct option is B S1: True; S2: False

The Santhals attacked the Mahajans and traders. British officials found that Bir Singh, a Santhal rebel, was leading such activities. He was summoned to the Zamindari court, where he was beaten up and humiliated. After this, Bir Singh committed more dacoities, targeting Mahajans and traders with the help of his friends.