Explore the history and impact of the Moamarias Revolt (1769-99) on the Ahom Kingdom and Assam, including the causes, events, and consequences of this significant uprising.
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Civil Uprisings
Revolt of Moamarias (1769-99)
The revolt of the Moamarias in 1769 was a potent challenge to the authority of Ahom kings of Assam.
The Moamarias were low-caste peasants who followed the teachings of Aniruddhadeva (1553-1624).
Their rise was similar to that of other low-caste groups in north India.
Impact of the Revolt
The Moamarias' revolts weakened the Ahoms and opened the doors for others to attack the region.
In 1792, the King of Darrang (Krishnanarayan), assisted by his band of burkandazes (demobilised soldiers of the Muslim armies and zamindars), revolted.
To crush these revolts, the Ahom ruler had to request British help.
Revolt Headquarters and Affected Regions
The Moamarias made Bhatiapar their headquarters.
Rangpur (now in Bangladesh) and Jorhat were the most affected regions.
Outcome of the Revolt
Although the Ahom kingdom survived the rebellion, the weakened kingdom fell to a Burmese invasion.
Eventually, the region came under British rule.
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