With respect to the modern Indian history, the term ‘dikus’ refers to

With respect to the modern Indian history, the term ‘dikus’ refers to Correct Answer the exploitative outsiders in tribal areas.

The correct answer is ​the exploitative outsiders in tribal areas.

Important Points

Santhal Rising:

  • The Santhals of Rajmahal Hills resented the oppression by revenue officials, police, money-lenders, landlords - in general, by the 'outsiders' (whom they called diku). Hence option 3 is correct.
  • The Santhals under Sido and Kanhu rose up against their oppressors, declared the end of the Company's rule and asserted themselves independent in 1854.
  • It was only in 1856 after extensive military operations that the situation was brought under control.Sido died in 1855, while Kanhu was arrested in 1866.
  • A separate district of Santhal Pargana was created by the Government to pacify the Santhals.

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