In the Bastar rebellion, local anger was not only against laws but also against what?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Exploitation by traders, taxes and forced labour
The discontent in Bastar was not limited to colonial forest laws. People were also troubled by exploitation by traders and moneylenders, taxes, and begar (forced labour). Therefore, option A is correct. Sea storms and European dance styles had no connection with the causes of the rebellion. Exam tip: Remember restrictions on forest rights along with taxes, forced labour, and exploitation by traders and moneylenders.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Exploitation by traders, taxes and forced labour
Why is this the correct answer?
The discontent in Bastar was not limited to colonial forest laws. People were also troubled by exploitation by traders and moneylenders, taxes, and begar (forced labour). Therefore, option A is correct. Sea storms and European dance styles had no connection with the causes of the rebellion. Exam tip: Remember restrictions on forest rights along with taxes, forced labour, and exploitation by traders and moneylenders.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Forest Society and Colonialism. Topic: Rebellion in the Forest.
