The Deccan Riots of 1875 were a result of
(a) The exploitation of peasants by moneylenders.
(b) Confiscation of land of the local people by the government.
(c) Poor agricultural yield in the region in the preceding period.
(d) Conflict between the locals and the Eurpeans who had settled in the region.

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The Deccan Riots of 1875 were a result of
(a) The exploitation of peasants by moneylenders.
(b) Confiscation of land of the local people by the government.
(c) Poor agricultural yield in the region in the preceding period.
(d) Conflict between the locals and the Eurpeans who had settled in the region.

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

The Deccan Riots of 1875 occurred in the Deccan region of Maharashtra and were caused by the exploitation of peasants by moneylenders (sahukars). The moneylenders charged exorbitant interest rates, seized the peasants&rsquo; lands and produce for unpaid debts, and resorted to exploitative practices, leading to widespread resentment among the ryots (peasants).

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The Deccan Riots of 1875 were a result of (a) The exploitation of peasants by moneylenders. (b) Confiscation of land of the local people by the government. (c) Poor agricultural yield in the region in the preceding period. (d) Conflict between the locals and the Eurpeans who had settled in the region.