Explore the defining characteristics of tribal revolts, including the role of tribal identity, targeted violence, and resistance against colonial laws. Understand the common patterns and challenges faced by these uprisings.
Tribal identity or ethnic ties fostered solidarity among the groups.
Violence was often directed at money-lenders and traders, seen as extensions of colonial rule, while poor, supportive outsiders were generally left alone.
Resentment against laws imposed by the foreign government that threatened the tribals’ traditional socio-economic structures.
Many uprisings were led by messiah-like figures who promised to end the suffering caused by outsiders.
The revolts were often doomed due to the outdated arms of the tribal fighters compared to the modern weapons and techniques of their opponents.
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