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NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025 Shift-3 📅 06 Jun, 2025

The Poligars rebelled against the British in which Presidency, when the British tried to snatch away their military and land rights?

A
Bengal Presidency
B
Agra Presidency
C
Madras Presidency
D
Bombay Presidency
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NTPC Graduate Tier 1
2025 • 06 Jun, 2025 • Shift-3
The Poligars rebelled against the British in which Presidency, when the British tried to snatch away their military and land rights?
Correct Answer
Madras Presidency
Historical Context: The Poligars (Palayakkarars) were feudal lords and military chieftains who held significant regional autonomy and land rights under the Naya......
Ref/Book : NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025
Ref. Subject Modern History
Chapter -
Ref. Topic Regional Rebellions
Pg. No -
💡 Analysis & Explanation
Historical Context ▼
The Poligars (Palayakkarars) were feudal lords and military chieftains who held significant regional autonomy and land rights under the Nayak rulers in South India.
Cause of Conflict ▼
As the British East India Company expanded its control in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, it sought to directly collect taxes and dismantle the Poligars' independent armed forces, leading to fierce resistance known as the Polygar Wars.
Conclusion ▼
This protracted conflict occurred entirely within the administrative domain of the Madras Presidency.
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