Which among the following best describes the term ldquo dikus rdquo ........

Ancient and Medival History Later Mughals and Advent of Europeans

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Which among the following best describes the term “dikus”?

Tax collectors in zamindari areas

Law Enforcement officers appointed by the British in Sindh.

Term used to refer to outsiders by Tribal people such as the British people and Moneylenders etc.

A dance form emerged in Awadh area in late 18th century.

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Explanation:

The word Dikus means outsiders. Dikus were the people who made the tribal people depend on them, thereby causing them a lot of misery and suffering. The outsiders consist of traders and money lenders, who can come into the forest. They used to sell the goods not produced in the forests and offer cash loans with high rate of interests.