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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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