Question
Download Solution PDFWho led the anti-Colonial Tribal revolt of 1812 in the jungles of Wayanad?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe answer is Raman Namby (Tribal Leader)
Key Points
- He was a key leader of the Kurichiya rebellion in
1812 against the British East India Company's oppressive policies in Wayanad.
- He led the Kuruma tribal army, utilizing traditional martial arts and weapons in their resistance.
- This rebellion was significant in the early resistance against British
- colonial rule in the region.
Important Points
- Thalakkal Chandu was a key leader of the Kurichiya community in Wayanad (present-day Kerala, India) and led their revolt against the British East India Company in 1812.
- Resistance Against Oppressive Policies: The rebellion was a direct response to the oppressive policies of the British East India Company, particularly those related to land revenue and taxation, which negatively impacted the tribal communities.
Additional Information
- Thalakkal Chandu was a leader from the Kurichiya tribal community in Wayanad, a region in present-day Kerala, India.
- Pazhassi Raja, also known as Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja, was a Hindu prince and warrior from the princely state of Kottayam (present-day Kerala, India).
- Edachana Kunkan was a prominent leader from the Wayanad region in Kerala, India, known for his role in resisting British colonial rule.
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