Which of the following movements saw the biggest peasant guerilla war...
The Telangana Movement was the biggest peasant guerrilla war of modern Indian history affecting 3000 villages and 3 million population. The uprising began in July 1946 and was at its greatest intensity between August 1947 and September 1948.
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Which of the following movements saw the biggest peasant guerilla war...
The Punnapra Vayalar Movement saw the biggest peasant guerilla war on the eve of independence.
Explanation:
- The Punnapra Vayalar Movement took place in the princely state of Travancore (present-day Kerala) in 1946.
- It was a popular uprising against the oppressive policies of the Diwan (prime minister) of Travancore, Sir C. P. Ramaswami Iyer, who was known for his pro-British stance.
- The movement was led by the Communist Party of India (CPI) and its trade union wing, the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC).
- The peasants and workers in the region were agitating for better wages, working conditions, and land reforms.
- When the Diwan refused to listen to their demands, the workers went on strike and the peasants started a guerilla war against the state.
- The guerilla war lasted for about two weeks, during which the peasants managed to capture some of the police stations and government buildings in the region.
- However, the state government, with the help of the British Indian Army, managed to crush the rebellion and imposed martial law in the region.
- The movement is considered a significant event in the history of the Indian independence struggle, as it showcased the power of the peasants and workers in challenging the colonial and feudal powers.
- The Punnapra Vayalar Movement also inspired similar movements in other parts of India, such as the Telangana Movement and the Tebhaga Movement.
Therefore, option B is the correct answer.