Questions and Answers
Who were the first tribes to rise in revolt against British authority in the Chotanagpur region?
In which years did the Munda revolt take place?
What was one of the main reasons for the Khond insurrection in 1846?
What policy implemented by the British led to the revolt of the Mundas?
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How did the British respond to the revolt of the Kols and Mundas?
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What was the outcome for the Kols and Mundas by 1836-1837?
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What significant act did the Khonds perform against Capt. Macpherson?
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What was a consequence of the Munda revolt regarding the local settlers?
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Study Notes
Chotanagpur Region Overview
- Located in West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Odisha, characterized by thick forests and plateaus.
- Home to various tribes including Santhal, Kols, Mundas, and Khonds.
Kolarian Revolt
- The Kols were the first to resist British authority, fiercely protecting their territory from outsiders.
- Initial resistance involved violent confrontations with British officials, resulting in burnt villages and deaths.
- A temporary surrender occurred in 1827, indicating a pause in their rebellion.
Munda Revolt (1830-31)
- Sparked by British policies including revenue farming to outsiders and the imposition of judicial regulations.
- Revolt spread across Ranchi, Hazaribagh, Palamu, and Manbhum, with Kols joining the Mundas.
- The rebels targeted foreign settlers, resulting in significant casualties, with about a thousand settlers killed or burnt.
- The military struggled to suppress the uprising, which was led by figures like Buddha Bhagat.
- The revolt was ultimately quelled in March 1832, but resistance persisted until 1836-1837.
Khond Insurrection (1846)
- Occurred due to fears of land appropriation, forced labor, and heavy taxation by the British.
- Notable for the attack on Capt. Macpherson's camp, leading to the surrender of 170 British soldiers.
- The revolt attracted support from neighboring tribes and continued for three years.
- Suppressed in 1848, but the British adopted a conciliatory approach by recalling a respected Khond chief to lead his people, which helped pacify the tribe.
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Explore the rich history of tribal revolts in the Chotanagpur region, focusing on the Kols, Mundas, and other tribes' resistance against British colonialism. This quiz delves into the cultural significance and the struggles faced by these tribal communities as they fought to protect their land and heritage.
