Why did forced recruitment in villages increase rural anger against colonial rule?

Correct answer: Because people were pressured to join the army

During the First World War, the colonial government needed more soldiers and increased recruitment efforts in rural areas. When villagers were pressured or compelled to join the army, their personal freedom, family responsibilities, and livelihood were affected. Therefore option A is correct: forced recruitment created resentment because people were pushed into military service. The other options describe benefits that would not produce anger.