Who was the leader of Santhal Rebellion against Zamindars, moneylenders and the colonial state?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option 2 - Sidhu Manjhi
Sidhu Manjhi was the leader of the Santhal rebellion. The Santhal Rebellion, also known as the Santhal Hool or Santhal Revolt, was a significant tribal uprising that took place in India during the mid-19th century. Sidhu Murmu and Kanhu Murmu, commonly known as the Murmu brothers, were the leaders of the Santhal Rebellion, also known as the Santhal Hool.
After the Santhal Rebellion(1855-56) the Santhal Pargana was created, carving out 5,500 square miles from the districts of Bhagalpur and Birbhum.