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Peasant and Tribal Movements – GK Quiz with Answers – Level 1

Basic GK practice on peasant and tribal movements in colonial India, from indigo cultivation and the Santhal rebellion to Birsa Munda, the Deccan revolt and forest laws.

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Peasant and Tribal Movements GK Practice Quiz for Beginners: Level 1

This Level 1 quiz is for students who are starting Modern Indian History and want to check the basic facts of peasant and tribal resistance to colonial rule. It covers the indigo revolt in Bengal, the Santhal rebellion, Birsa Munda, the Deccan revolt and British forest laws. Aptitude360 includes a written explanation with every question.

Topics covered in this peasant and tribal movements set

  • Nij and ryoti systems of indigo cultivation, the satta contract and cash advances to ryots
  • Indigo revolt in Bengal: gomasthas, lathiyals, support from local groups and the Indigo Commission
  • Santhal rebellion under Sidhu Manjhi, Damin-i-Koh in the Rajmahal hills and the creation of Santhal Pargana
  • Birsa Munda: his Chottanagpur roots, the white flag of Birsa Raj, satyug and his arrest
  • Deccan revolt at Supa in Poona district, burning of bahi khatas and the Deccan Riots Commission
  • Reserved Forests, jhum cultivation, forest villages, Songram Sangma, Bastar and the forest satyagraha

Key concepts to revise for colonial-era uprisings

  • The difference between nij cultivation on the planter's own land and ryoti cultivation under contract
  • Why indigo was in demand in Europe and how synthetic dyes later hurt the planters
  • How colonial forest laws restricted shifting cultivation, grazing and the collection of forest produce
  • Gandhiji's Champaran campaign against the indigo planters after his return from South Africa

Revision tips for peasant and tribal movements

  • Prepare a table of each movement with its leader, region, cause and outcome
  • Learn local terms such as satta, gomastha, lathiyal, bahi khata and Damin-i-Koh with their meanings
  • Link each revolt to the commission or administrative change that followed it

Who should take this Level 1 quiz

It suits general awareness aspirants at the basics stage who have just read this chapter and want to fix names, places and terms before moving to harder levels.

FAQs about Peasant and Tribal Movements – GK Quiz with Answers – Level 1

What are peasant and tribal movements in India?
They are uprisings by farmers and forest communities against colonial exploitation by planters, moneylenders, landlords and forest officials. Well-known examples include the indigo revolt, the Santhal rebellion, the Deccan revolt and the movement led by Birsa Munda.
Who led the Santhal rebellion?
The Santhal rebellion was led by the brothers Sidhu and Kanhu. After it was put down, the British created Santhal Pargana to address some of the Santhals' grievances.
What was the difference between nij and ryoti cultivation of indigo?
Under nij cultivation, the planter grew indigo on land he controlled directly, using hired labour. Under the ryoti system, ryots signed a contract called satta and grew indigo on their own land in return for cash advances.
Why did the Deccan revolt take place?
Ryots in the Deccan were deeply in debt to moneylenders and faced harsh revenue demands. They attacked moneylenders and burnt their account books and debt bonds, and the government then set up the Deccan Riots Commission.

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Peasant and Tribal Movements GK Level 15025 min

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