What was the effect of famine on the Bastar rebellion?

Correct answer: Famine increased people's suffering and discontent

The direct answer is A: famine increased people's suffering and discontent. The Bastar rebellion did not arise from one cause alone. Forest restrictions, loss of customary rights, forced labour and other economic pressures already troubled local communities. When famine occurred, food became scarce, livelihoods became more insecure and the burden on families increased. Step by step, existing hardship became worse, anger grew, and people were more willing to resist official policies. Option A is correct because famine acted as a supporting cause that intensified earlier grievances. Option B is wrong because famine creates hardship rather than ending every problem. Option C is wrong because famine did not automatically remove forest regulations. Option D is wrong because it did not end British rule. Memory cue: famine is an amplifier of suffering and rebellion, not the only cause.