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Correct Answer: Option (D) — Birsa Munda’s Revolt of 1899-1900
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Standard Reference VerifiedThe Munda rebellion of 1899–1900 in the Chotanagpur region, led by Birsa Munda, is popularly known in tribal history as the 'Ulgulan' meaning 'The Great Tumult'. It was directed against the erosion of the traditional Khuntkatti joint landholding system, forced labor (beth-begari), and the exploitation by moneylenders, landlords (dikus), and British officials.
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