Question

Which among the following reasons do you think account for the revolt of Bedanayakas against the Britishers?

• A. Arms Act and Forest Act of 1878.
• B. Support by the local zamindars.
• C. Arms Act of 1878 and Forest Act of 1898.
• D. Exploitation by local Zamindars.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

The correct options are
A Arms Act and Forest Act of 1878.
D Exploitation by local Zamindars.

The important reasons for the revolt of Bedanayakas were that the people were exploited by the local Zamindars. These Zamindars were henchmen of the British. Also, Arms Act and the Forest Act of the year 1878 were like an insult to the people as they could not use their own weapons and land as per their will.