Consider the following statements about Paik Paika Rebellion of 1817 and identify the correct one on...........

Ancient and Medival History Later Mughals and Advent of Europeans

Consider the following statements about 'Paik/Paika Rebellion' of 1817 and identify the correct one/ones

1. Paikas were a class of mercenaries under the erstwhile King of Khurda who were granted rent free lands by the king.

2. They revolted against the revenue policies of the British on their lands.

3. The revolt was led by Bakshi Jagabandhu Bidyadhar and it ended in eliminating the British rule from the Khurda kingdom.

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1 and 2 only

1 and 3 only

2 and 3 only

All of the above

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Explanation:

The Paikas were the traditional land-owning militia of Odisha and served as warriors. They revolted against the British after the latter took over their rent-free land, 14 years after Odisha came under British rule in 1803.
The rebellion was put down ruthlessly by the British.