Question

Which tribal farmer of Singhbhum in Chhotanagpur led the Kol tribals in the revolt of 1857?

• A. Birsa Munda
• B. Jatra Bhagat
• C. Gonoo
• D. Budhu Bhagat

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Gonoo

Gonoo, a tribal farmer from Singhbhum in Chhotanagpur, led the Kol tribals in the revolt of 1857. Gonoo, an Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter, was the leader of Bar Pir, a region in the Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. The attack of British troops in the region was met with resistance from Gonoo’s tribe. During the years 1857-1858, Gonoo was involved in several attacks and battles against the British. Being an extremely popular leader among his tribe, he encouraged the tribals to join forces with him and fight against the British. Singhbhum was located to the South of Porahat and came under the authority of the Raja of Porahat. Gonoo declared his loyalty to the Raja of Porahat. Gonoo supported the Raja’s attack on the British force at Jayantgarh, a region in Singhbhum. He also killed many members of the Jayantgarh police force. Owing to his popularity, Gonoo was also regarded as the Chief of Singhbhum. Gonoo played a prominent role in getting the Adivasis to be part of the Freedom Movement in India. His fierce loyalty, principles, and vision of a free India makes him an important figure in the history of the Indian Independence Movement.