Why would it be historically wrong to call the Bastar rebellion a complete failure?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because, despite repression, the forest reservation plan had to be suspended temporarily and people regained some access to forest produce
The British suppressed the Bastar rebellion, so it did not bring an immediate change of political power. However, the pressure of the rebellion forced the authorities to suspend the forest reservation plan for a time and restore some access to forest produce for villagers. Therefore, it was not a complete failure. Option D is incorrect because forest laws were not permanently abolished. Exam tip: judge a rebellion by its policy impact as well as by whether it achieved immediate victory.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because, despite repression, the forest reservation plan had to be suspended temporarily and people regained some access to forest produce
Why is this the correct answer?
The British suppressed the Bastar rebellion, so it did not bring an immediate change of political power. However, the pressure of the rebellion forced the authorities to suspend the forest reservation plan for a time and restore some access to forest produce for villagers. Therefore, it was not a complete failure. Option D is incorrect because forest laws were not permanently abolished. Exam tip: judge a rebellion by its policy impact as well as by whether it achieved immediate victory.
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.
