Question

Who was the leader of the Santhal Revolt of 1855-56?

• A. Birsa Munda
• B. Gonoo
• C. Sidhu Manjhi
• D. Shah Mal

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The leader of the Santhal Revolt of 1855-56 was Sidhu Manjhi. The Santhal Revolt, also known as the Santhal Hool, was a significant uprising led by the Santhal tribal community against the oppressive policies of the British East India Company and the local Zamindars. The revolt took place in the region that is now part of Jharkhand, India. Sidhu Manjhi, along with his brother Kanhu, played a crucial role in organizing the Santhal people and leading the rebellion. This uprising was one of the earliest tribal revolts against British colonial rule in India, highlighting the resistance of indigenous communities to the exploitation and injustices they faced.

Answer 2

Sidhu Murmu and Kanhu Murmu were the primary leaders of the Santhal Rebellion (Hul Revolt).

• Cause: Against oppressive British land revenue policies, moneylenders (dikus), and zamindars.
• Region: Spread across Santhal Parganas (present-day Jharkhand, West Bengal, Bihar).
• Outcome: Brutally suppressed, but led to the creation of the Santhal Pargana Tenancy Act (1876).

Why Important?

• One of the earliest tribal revolts against British colonial rule.