19.Tribal and Peasant Uprisings-II Flashcards
Who were the Kol people in the context of the Kol uprising?
The Kol people were adivasi tribes from the Chota Nagpur area, including Kols, Bhils, Hoes, Mundas, and Oraons.
What triggered the Kol uprising in 1831?
The Kol uprising was triggered by large-scale property transfers, economic exploitation, and oppressive revenue practices imposed by the East India Company.
What action by the King of Pohrat led to the Kol mutiny?
In 1820, the King of Pohrat agreed to pay mass taxes to the British government, which was rejected by the Kols, leading to the mutiny.
Who were the leaders of the Kol uprising?
The leaders of the Kol uprising were Buddho Bhagat, Joa Bhagat, and Madara Mahato. Mundas later joined the revolt as well.
How did the Kol rebels express their anger during the uprising?
The Kol rebels slaughtered or burned over a thousand non-tribals and their homes, seeking retribution for exploitation and injustice.
How long did the Kol uprising last before it was suppressed?
The Kol uprising lasted for two years before it was quelled by British military operations.
Which other tribes joined the Kol rebels in their struggle?
Other tribes, such as Oraons and Mundas, joined the Kol rebels in their struggle against exploitation and oppressive practices.
What form of alliance did the British impose on the local rulers after defeating Tipu Sultan?
The British imposed the Subsidiary Alliance, a special form of alliance that required local rulers to pay increased revenue.
How did the Subsidiary Alliance affect the control of Zamindars over the land?
The Subsidiary Alliance increased the control of Zamindars over the land, leading to grievances among the local peasants.
Who led the rebellion against the Zamindars and the British Rulers during the Mysore Rebellion?
The rebellion was led by Sardar Malla.
How did the British respond to the rebellion?
The British brutally suppressed the rebellion.
Who were the Mappilas or Moplahs?
The Mappilas or Moplahs were a tribe descended from Arab settlers and converted Hindus.
What were the occupations of the Mappilas?
The Mappilas primarily worked as cultivators, landless laborers, small traders, and fishermen.
What was the main cause of the Mappila uprising?
The strict land revenue rules imposed by the British East India Company on the locals caused significant hardships, leading to the uprising.
How did the Mappilas respond to British rule?
The Mappilas revolted against the Britishers and staged an armed rebellion.
How did the British authorities handle the Mappila uprising?
How did the British authorities handle the Mappila uprising?
What were the main causes of the Moplah uprisings in 1921?
The increased tax demand, land size, and state harassment led to significant peasant revolt among the Moplahs against the landlords.
Which movement played a role in organizing the Moplahs during the uprisings?
The Moplahs were organized by the Congress and followers of Yasser Arafat during the Non-Cooperation Movement.
What led to divisions between the Congress and the Moplahs during the uprisings?
Hindu-Muslim divisions created a separation between the Congress and the Moplahs.
What instilled communal attitudes among the Moplahs during the uprisings?
The Malabar Khilafat gatherings instilled communal attitudes among the Moplahs, resulting in a movement against both the British and the Hindu landlords.
What were the consequences of the Moplah uprisings in terms of violence and destruction?
There was widespread violence, with persecution of Hindus and British officials, along with the destruction of houses and temples.
Who were the famous rebel commanders during the Moplah uprisings?
Ali Musaliyar and Variyankunnath Kunjahammed Haji were famous rebel commanders.
How did the British authorities suppress the Moplah uprisings?
The British established the Malabar Special Force, a special battalion, to suppress the uprising, and by the end of the year, they had regained control.
What is the Wagon Tragedy associated with the Moplah uprisings?
In November 1921, 67 Moplah convicts were suffocated to death while being transported from Tirur to the Central Prison in Podanur in a confined freight wagon, known as the Wagon Tragedy.
Where did the Santhals migrate to in the late 1770s and early 1780s?
The Santhals migrated to the Rajmahal area from Cuttack, Dhalbhum, Manbhum, Hazaribagh, and Midnapore.
What led to the conflict between the Santhals and the Paharias?
The long-running conflict between the Santhals and the Paharias arose from the British settlement efforts in the region.
What compromise was reached between the Santhals and the Paharias in 1832-33?
The compromise known as the Damin-i-koh allowed the Santhals to have a piece of land in the foothills for agriculture while the Paharias were forced to move to the upper reaches of the hills.
