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Colonialism and the Countryside: Exploring Official Archives — History STD 12 Humanities — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 HumanitiesHistoryColonialism and the Countryside: Exploring Official Archives3 Marks
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Why did the Paharias regularly raid the plains?
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Answer

  1. Paharias considered that raids were important for their survival. Raids derived the zamindars to pay regular tribute and traders to pay toll tax in exchange for protection from plunder and for safe passage for goods.
  2. They were the means of negotiating political relations with outsiders.

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