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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?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
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.