Question

    What does the Coolie Begar system in modern Indian

    history refer to? 
    A Voluntary labor for British officials with payment. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B A legal framework to regulate coolie wages. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Forced labor requiring villagers to transport goods for British officials without payment. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D A social movement for coolies' rights. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Coolie Begar system in colonial India forced local villagers, particularly in the Kumaon region, to transport goods and luggage of British officials without any remuneration, highlighting exploitative practices during British rule. 

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