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Prime Minister Pays Tribute to Brave Warriors on Hul Divas
Source: PIB Delhi
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The Prime Minister paid tribute to the brave warriors of the Santhal Hul (1855-56) on the occasion of Hul Divas, remembering the sacrifices of Sidhu Murmu, Kanhu Murmu, Chand Murmu, Bhairav Murmu, Phulo Murmu, and Jhano Murmu – one of the earliest and largest tribal uprisings against British colonial rule in India.
Key Facts
- The Santhal Rebellion (Hul) took place in 1855-56, led by Sidhu, Kanhu, Chand, Bhairav, Phulo and Jhano Murmu.
- It started from Bhognadih village in present-day Sahibganj district, Jharkhand.
- The revolt was directed against the British administration, zamindars, and moneylenders (mahajans).
- Nearly 50,000 Santhals participated in the uprising.
| Revolt | Region | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Santhal Rebellion | Jharkhand-Bengal | 1855-56 |
| Kol Uprising | Chotanagpur | 1831-32 |
| Munda Ulgulan | Jharkhand | 1899-1900 |
| Bhil Revolt | Western India | Various phases |
| Ramosi Revolt | Maharashtra | 1820s |
Static Information
- The revolt occurred in the Damin-i-Koh region of present-day Jharkhand and West Bengal; the term “Hul” means revolution or movement in the Santhali language.
- It resulted in the enactment of the Santhal Parganas Tenancy arrangements and administrative reforms by the British.
- Constitutional link: Article 244 (administration of Scheduled and Tribal Areas), the Fifth Schedule (Scheduled Areas administration), and the PESA Act, 1996 (self-governance in Scheduled Areas).
Consider the following statements regarding the Santhal Rebellion:
1. It began in present-day Jharkhand in 1855.
2. The rebellion was led by Sidhu and Kanhu Murmu.
3. The revolt was primarily directed against the French colonial administration.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A) 1 and 2 only
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect – the revolt was directed against the British colonial administration, not the French.
