Consider the following statements about Birsa Munda 1 He led the Munda tribesmen against the destruc...........

Modern Indian History Socio-religious reform Movements

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Consider the following statements about Birsa Munda:

1.He led the Munda tribesmen against the destruction of their system of common landholding by intrusions of Jagirdars.

2.His followers led a non-violent struggle against the British.

3.The movement led by him had elements of superstitions and religious appeal.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

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Explanation:

1 and 3 only

Birsa Munda led the Munda tribesmen against the destruction of their system of common landholding by intrusions of Jagirdars. This statement is correct.

His followers led a non-violent struggle against the British. This statement is incorrect. The movement led by Birsa Munda was not entirely non-violent; it involved armed resistance against British forces.

The movement led by him had elements of superstitions and religious appeal. This statement is correct.

Therefore, the correct option is 3: 1 and 3 only.