Q. Consider the following statements:
- The Ulgulan movement (1899) encouraged the tribals to refuse following colonial laws.
- Uda Devi Pasi led the women’s squad of Birsa Munda.
- Birsa Munda aided societal reform by confronting religious superstition.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer:
Only 1 & 3
Notes:
- The Ulgulan movement or the Munda rebellion (1899) encouraged the tribals to refuse following colonial laws and drive out foreigners using weapons and guerrilla warfare.
- Birsa aided societal reform by confronting religious superstition, earning him the titles 'Bhagwan' (God) and 'Dharati Aba' (Father of the Earth) from his followers.
- Uda Devi Pasi was a freedom fighter who joined the royal guard of Begum Hazrat Mahal of Awadh.
- She participated in the Indian Rebellion of 1857, as a member of the women's squad of Wajid Ali Shah, the sixth Nawab of Awadh.
- Uda Devi is known not just for her heroic stories, but also for her ability as a leader who was able to mobilise people, particularly Dalit women, to fight the British.