After the Santhal Uprising subsided, what was/were the measure/measures taken by the colonial government? 1. The territories called ‘Santhal Paraganas’ were created. 2. It became illegal — UPSC Prelims 2018 Answer & Explanation

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After the Santhal Uprising subsided, what was/were the measure/measures taken by the colonial government?

The territories called ‘Santhal Paraganas’ were created.
It became illegal for a Santhal to transfer land to a non-

Santhal. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Explanation

The correct option is "Both 1 and 2" because, in response to the Santhal Uprising (1855-56), the colonial government sought to stabilize the region and appease the Santhal community by formally designating the 'Santhal Paraganas' as a separate administrative unit. This move aimed to recognize the distinct identity of the Santhal people and manage their grievances regarding land rights by making it illegal for them to transfer land to non-Santhals, thereby attempting to protect their agrarian structure and preserve their socio-economic interests. Such measures reflect the broader colonial strategy of administrative reorganization and legal interventions to mitigate resistance and consolidate power in agrarian societies.

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