Which of the following was NOT a tribal revolt?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Farazi Movement

Explanation:

• The Farazi Movement was not a tribal revolt. It was a religious and socio-political movement led by Haji Shariatullah in Bengal during the early 19th century.
• The movement sought to reform the local Muslim community, urging them to follow a strict interpretation of Islamic teachings. It focused on resisting British rule and the Zamindari system, but it was not specifically a tribal revolt.

Information Booster:

• Tamar Revolts: This was a series of revolts by the tribal communities in Bihar against the British and their policies, especially the forced cultivation of indigo.
• Kherwar Movement: This was a tribal revolt in Chhattisgarh against the exploitation by the British and zamindars. The Kherwar tribe played a key role in this movement.
• Santhal Revolt: The Santhal Rebellion was one of the most significant tribal revolts in India, led by the Santhal tribe in the Bihar and Bengal regions in 1855. The revolt was against the British and zamindars, with the aim of freeing the tribals from oppressive economic conditions.

Additional Knowledge:

• Option A: Tamar Revolts
• Correct. The Tamar Revolts were a tribal uprising in Bihar against the British colonial policies.
• Option B: Kherwar Movement
• Correct. The Kherwar Movement was led by tribal communities in Chhattisgarh to fight against the exploitation of the British.
• Option C: Santhal Revolt
• Correct. The Santhal Revolt was a tribal revolt against British rule, a major uprising that occurred in 1855.