Question

    Who resisted the new system of taxation against the

    exploitative forces?
    A Tribes of Khandesh in 1856 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Santhals of Bihar in 1855-56 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Tribes of Chotanagpur in 1850 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D More than one of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: Both the Santhals of Bihar in 1855-56 and the tribes of Chotanagpur in 1850 resisted exploitative taxation systems imposed by colonial authorities. The Santhal Rebellion (1855-56) was a significant uprising against oppressive taxation and exploitation by landlords and British officials. Similarly, tribes in Chotanagpur resisted British revenue policies during that period.

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