Who was 'Young Raja' in the context of Khond Uprising in Odisha?

Correct option is B

The correct answer (b) Chakra Bisoi

• Chakra Bisoi was known as the 'Young Raja' during the Khond Uprising in Odisha in the 19th century.

• He was a charismatic tribal leader who united the Khond tribes of Ghumsar (present-day Ganjam and Kandhamal districts) against British interference in their traditional customs, especially the suppression of Meriah human sacrifice.

• Chakra Bisoi led a rebellion in response to colonial efforts to suppress indigenous practices and exert political control.

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• The Khond Uprising took place mainly between 1837–1856.

• British efforts to ban Meriah sacrifices deeply offended the religious sentiments of the Khonds.

• Chakra Bisoi led the revolt under the symbolic authority of the absent Raja of Ghumsar.

• The rebellion reflected both resistance to cultural suppression and colonial encroachment on tribal autonomy.

• The uprising was eventually suppressed by British forces using both military and diplomatic means.