Question

Which was the first anti-British revolt in Kerala?

• A. Malabar Rebellion
• B. Attingal Revolt
• C. Pazhasi Revolt
• D. Punnapra Vayalor

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Attingal Revolt

• The Attingal Revolt (also known as the Attingal Outbreak) of April 1721 is historically recorded as the first organized and armed uprising against the British East India Company's authority in Kerala and India.

  Historical Background and Causes

• Anjengo Fort: In 1684, the English East India Company obtained permission from the Rani of Attingal to establish a factory at Anjengo (Anchuthengu). The construction of the fortified Anjengo Fort was completed in 1695.

• Trade Monopoly: The British monopolized the lucrative black pepper trade and manipulated its prices, which led to widespread resentment among local cultivators and merchants.

• Feudal Resistance: The local feudal lords, known as the Ettuveettil Pillamar (specifically leaders like Kudamon Pillai), strongly opposed the growing influence of the British.