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How did the plantation workers understand the idea of ‘Swaraj’? Explain |
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Answer» the plantation workers understand the idea of ‘SWARAJ’? Explain.For the plantation workers of Assam, “Swaraj” MEANT freedom to move freely in and out of the confined space in which they all were enclosed and also to be able to keep the link with their native village intact. Under the Inland Emigration Act of 1859, plantation workers were not ALLOWED to leave their tea gardens without permission, which they were RARELY given.When they heard of the Non-cooperation Movement, THOUSANDS of workers defied authorities, left the plantations and headed home. |
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