The Hoe and the Plough

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What was the impact of the introduction of the iron plough in Indian agriculture during colonialism?

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Under British colonial rule, which tool symbolized the agrarian changes in the Indian countryside?

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During colonial times, what was the traditional tool used by Bengal peasants to till the land?

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Which agricultural implement was introduced by the British to increase productivity in the countryside?

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What was the primary tool used by peasants in the Deccan region under colonial rule?

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Which of the following statements are correct?

(A) Moneylenders were called 'dikus'.
(B) Zamindars hired the Santhals to reclaim land.
(C) Santhals were merchants.
(D) Land of the Santhals was demarcated as 'Damin-i-koh'.
(E) Santhals charged heavy land revenue from dikus moneylenders.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Madras, Bombay and Calcutta were the Anglicised names of _____ where the British first set up trading posts. 

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The Santhal rebellion was led by:

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"In the early 19th century, Buchanan travelled through the Rajmahal Hills. There were hill folks who lived around the Rajmahal Hills. Identify the hill folks?