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The Santhal Rebellion of 1855-56 resulted in the creation of Santhal Pargana for the Tribes as a…

The Santhal Rebellion (Hul) of 1855-56 was led by the brothers Sidhu and Kanhu (Kanu) Murmu of Bhognadih, against moneylenders, zamindars and the British. After it was put…

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The Santhal Rebellion of 1855-56 resulted in the creation of Santhal Pargana for the Tribes as a separate geographical entity. Who were the leaders associated with the rebellion?

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The Santhal Rebellion (Hul) of 1855-56 was led by the brothers Sidhu and Kanhu (Kanu) Murmu of Bhognadih, against moneylenders, zamindars and the British. After it was put down, the British created the Santhal Parganas as a separate district. The other names are not linked with the Santhal leadership.

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