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Posted 06 Aug 2024

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Recently, Sidhu Murmu and his brother Kanhu Murmu were remembered on their death anniversary.

About Sidhu Murmu

A drawing of a sidhu Murmu
  • Sidhu Murmu was a  Santhal (A tribe) leader.

Contributions

  • Santhal Revolt(1855-56): Considered as first peasant movement, was led by Sidhu and Kanhu along with Chand and Bairab
    • Revolt was aimed to get rid of oppressive ‘Dikus’(Outsiders viz. Britishers, Money lenders)
  • Santhal Parganas Tenancy Act: Passed after revolt created and made transfer of land from Santhals to outsiders illegal.

Achievements

  • Hul Diwas(30th June) is celebrated in Jharkhand to remember the sacrifice of Sidhu-Kanhu.

Values

  • Courage, Bravery, Heroism etc.
  • Tags :
  • Santhal Rebellion
  • Sidhu Murmu
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