The term 'Dikus' was used by the Santhals for _________.

Money lenders

The correct answer is Option (3) → Money lenders

Money lenders

The Santhals, an indigenous tribal community in India, often referred to money lenders or usurers as "Dikus" in their local dialect.

This term was used to describe outsiders, particularly those who exploited the Santhals through lending money at high interest rates, often leading to indebtedness and exploitation.

So, the correct option is [3].