Revolts Against British Before 1857 Flashcards
What was the Sanyasi and fakir rebellion?
It was a series of uprisings against the British East India Company in the late 18th and early 19th centuries in India.
Who were the main participants in the Sanyasi and fakir rebellion?
Sanyasis (ascetic Hindu monks) and fakirs (Muslim mendicants).
Where did the Sanyasi and fakir rebellion take place?
Primarily in Bengal and Bihar regions of India.
What were the main causes of the Sanyasi and fakir rebellion?
Economic hardships, agrarian distress, and religious discontent among the local population.
True or False: The Sanyasi and fakir rebellion was a coordinated and unified movement.
False
What tactics did the Sanyasis and fakirs use during the rebellion?
Guerilla warfare, attacks on British officials, and disruption of British trade.
What was the outcome of the Sanyasi and fakir rebellion?
The rebellion was eventually suppressed by the British East India Company through military force.
What impact did the Sanyasi and fakir rebellion have on British rule in India?
It highlighted the discontent and resistance among the Indian population towards British colonial rule.
Who was Rammohan Roy and what was his role in relation to the Sanyasi and fakir rebellion?
Rammohan Roy was a prominent social reformer who criticized the violent methods of the rebels and advocated for peaceful protests.
What lessons can be learned from the Sanyasi and fakir rebellion?
The rebellion demonstrated the complex socio-political dynamics of colonial India and the challenges faced by both the British and Indian populations.
Who were two prominent leaders of sanyasi rebellion
Bhavani Pathak and Devi chaudrani
Who was the main leader of Fakir rebellion
Majnu shah
What is the name of the book mentions the details of sanyasi and fakir rebellion
Anandmath written by Bankim Chandra Chatterji
