Why are revolts useful for historians?
Revolts produce records that historians can use. State authorities do not simply repress a rebellion.They hold an enquiry as to why it occurred so that remedial measures can be taken and peace restored. These inquiries provide evidence that historians can explore.
Why was the jotedar a powerful figure in many areas of rural Bengal?
How did zamindars manage to retain control over their zamindaris?
How did the Paharias respond to the coming of outsiders?
Why did the Santhals rebel against British rule?
Why were many zamindaris auctioned after the Permanent Settlement?
In what way was the livelihood of the Paharias different from that of the Santhals?
How did the American Civil War affect the lives of ryots in India?
What are the problems of using official sources in writing about the history of peasants?
On an outline map of the subcontinent, mark out the areas described in this chapter. Find out whether there were other areas where the Permanent Settlement and the Ryotwari system were prevalent and plot these on the map as well.
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