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CBSE - History - Forest Society and Colonialism

Forest Society and Colonialism

Long Answer Type

Describe the rebellion of the Dhurwas of Kanger against the British. 

1.  People began to discuss their issues in their village council or bazaars where ever the headmen of several villages assembled.

2. Although there was no single leader but Gunda Dhur from village Methnar became an important figure.

3. In 1910, mango boughs, a lump of earth, chillies and arrows began circulating among villages. They were actually massages inviting villagers to rebel against the British.

4. Every village contributed something to the revolution expenses.

5. Bazars were looted, the houses of officials and traders, schools and police stations were burnt and robbed, and grains redistributed.

6.    Most of those who were attacked were associated with the colonial powers. 

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