Discover the Kol Mutiny of 1831, a significant tribal revolt in Chhotanagpur. Learn about the causes behind the rebellion, the role of Buddho Bhagat, and the impact of British policies on the Kols.
The Kols, along with other tribes, inhabit Chhotanagpur, including Ranchi, Singhbhum, Hazaribagh, Palamau, and western Manbhum.
In 1831, large-scale land transfers from Kol headmen to outsiders such as Hindu, Sikh, and Muslim farmers and money-lenders caused trouble.
These outsiders were oppressive and demanded heavy taxes, worsening the conditions for the Kols.
The British judicial and revenue policies also adversely affected the traditional social conditions of the Kols.
Under the leadership of Buddho Bhagat, the Kol rebels attacked, killing or burning about a thousand outsiders.
Order was restored only after extensive military operations by the British.
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