The term "civil" pertains to matters unrelated to defense or the military. The Civil Uprisings predating 1857 primarily denote revolts orchestrated by ousted rulers or their offspring, displaced and destitute zamindars, landlords, and poligars (landed military magnates in South India), as well as former retainers and officials of conquered Indian States. The rack-rented peasants, financially distressed artisans, and demobilized soldiers constituted the core of the rebellions, offering a substantial foundation and formidable force.
Civil Uprisings Before 1857
Sanyasi Revolt
Local Grievances as Catalysts:
Evolution into Broader Movement:
Resistance against British Raj:
Labeling Attempts by Governing Class:
Deeper Desire for Idealized Pasts:
Collective Pursuit for Freedom:
Limited Alternatives to Social Structure:
Concessions by the Administration:
Highlighting Diversity and Complexities:
Limited Goals and Outdated Weaponry:
Underscoring Unpopularity of Colonial Rule:
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2. What were the characteristics of the local uprisings in colonial India? |
3. Can you provide an example of a significant rebellion in colonial India? |
4. What were the reasons behind the Civil Uprisings in Gorakhpur, Basti, and Bahraich in 1781? |
5. What was the significance of the Revolt of Raja of Vizianagaram in 1794? |
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