Question Q.11Bring out the reasons; analyze the reasons for their limited successGS1GS1
Bring out the reasons behind the tribal unrest in British India. Also, analyze the reasons for their limited success.
Introduction
Reesentment against British rule was reflected in various tribal unrests from 13th to 19th century.
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Main Body
Reasons behind tribal unrest:
1Alien rule - threatened their natural way of ruling.
2Threat to existence - conserving forest areas & tribal evictions
3Issue of Jal, Jangal & Jameers -- tribal livelihood - completely forest based economy. British rule disrupted them.
4Threat to cultural practices and conscience by missionaries.
5Encroachment on tribal lands -- moneylending & evictions
6Change in power equations if tribals - local leaders like Side & Kanlas, Munda, Sirayam, Rogu.
Reasons for their limited success:
1localised leadership - often led by messiah like figure (Bhagwan Birsa) - after their arrest/death, revolt couldn't sustain.
2lack of unified cause among tribals - difference in mainland & frontier tribals.
3Outdated weapons vs British well disciplined army.
4lack of financial support as tribals were poor.
5Violent suppression by British -- Sangyasi revolt, Rampa rebellion.
Still they succeeded in -- shaking roots of Pax-Brittanica Tenancy reforms national movement.
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Conclusion
Tribal unrest in India is a reflection of resistance to subjugation and colonial forces in protecting culture of India.
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Topper
Komal Punia
AIR 6
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Modern Indian History from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues
Tribal Unrest in British India
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