Which one of the following was the main reason for the ‘Mer revolt’?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Attempt of British control over them
Explanation:
• The Mer community of Ajmer region revolted mainly due to British attempts to exert direct administrative control over them.
• The Mers traditionally enjoyed autonomy and resisted British interference.
• British policies undermined their socio-political structure.
• The revolt arose as a reaction to increasing surveillance and disciplinary measures.
• This movement reflected early tribal resistance to colonial rule in Rajasthan.
Information Booster:
• Mers are a martial community historically settled in Ajmer–Merwara region.
• Their revolt is part of pre-1857 tribal uprisings.
Additional Knowledge:
Increasing interference by local landholders (Option b)
• Not the primary cause; British policies were the main trigger.
Increased taxes by Maharana (Option c)
• The area was not under Mewar, so this is incorrect.
Road construction (Option d)
• Not a documented major cause of the revolt.