Discover the Ahom Revolt of 1828, triggered by the British breach of their pledge to withdraw from Assam post the First Burma War. Learn about the rebellion led by Gomdhar Konwar and the British response, including the restoration of part of the kingdom to Maharaja Purandar Singh Narendra.
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Civil Uprisings : Ahom Revolt (1828): Causes, Leaders, and British Response
Following the First Burma War (1824-26), the British broke their pledge to withdraw from Assam and instead sought to annex Ahom territories.
This led to a rebellion in 1828 led by Gomdhar Konwar, an Ahom prince, and his allies, including Dhanjoy Bongohain and Jairam Khargharia Phukan.
The rebels assembled near Jorhat and proclaimed Gomdhar Konwar as king.
In response, the British adopted a conciliatory policy and restored part of the kingdom to Maharaja Purandar Singh Narendra and the Assamese king.
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