Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Social Movements

Question:

Read the passage given below and answer question.
Behind the formation of this state lies more than a century of resistance. The social movement for Jharkhand had a charismatic leader in Birsa Munda, an adivasi who led a major uprising against the British. After his death, Birsa became an important icon of the movement. Stories and songs about him can be found all over Jharkhand.

Birsa Munda was associated with which of the following movement?

Options:

Tebhaga movement

Eka Movement

Ulgulan Movement

Bardoli Movement

Correct Answer:

Ulgulan Movement

Explanation:
 The correct answer is: Ulgulan Movement

Birsa Munda was the leader of the Munda rebellion, also known as the Ulgulan Movement, which occurred in present-day Jharkhand and surrounding areas between 1895 and 1900. The movement aimed to resist the exploitation and oppression faced by the Munda tribe by British landlords and colonial officials. It focused on reclaiming land rights, establishing self-governance, and reviving Munda cultural traditions.