Q. With reference to the Ramosi uprisings in Maharashtra, consider the following statements:
1.The first major revolt in 1822 was led by Chittur Singh in response to the heavy land revenue assessment and the British administrative changes in Satara.
2.Between 1825 and 1829, the movement gained momentum under the leadership of Umaji Naik, who aimed to restore the Maratha power.
3.The British ultimately pacified the Ramosis by recruiting them into the local police force and granting them land rights.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Correct. Chittur Singh led the initial resistance in Satara following the annexation of the Peshwa’s territories.
- Statement 2: Correct. Umaji Naik was a legendary figure who organized the Ramosis into a formidable guerrilla force during the late 1820s.
- Statement 3: Correct. Recognizing the difficulty of suppressing them entirely, the British adopted a policy of conciliation, providing them with employment in the hill police and land grants.
