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  Narkelberia Uprising (1831) - Titu Mir (Mir Nithar Ali) The Narkelberia Uprising of 1831, led by Syed Mir Nisar Ali, popularly known as Titu Mir, stands as a shining chapter in India’s early resistance against British colonial rule. Often regarded as the first armed peasant uprising against the British, this movement was a bold stand by the oppressed peasantry of Bengal against the exploitative zamindars (landlords) and British indigo planters. Titu Mir, a charismatic leader with a vision for justice, rallied thousands of poor peasants, both Muslim and Hindu, to challenge the unjust systems of taxation and colonial domination. This uprising, centered in the village of Narkelberia in West Bengal, was not just a rebellion but a symbol of courage, unity, and the fight for dignity. These notes explore the reasons for the uprising’s inception, its course, and its results, weaving a story of resistance that continues to inspire. Reasons for the Inception of the Narkelberia Uprisi...

  Nagar Peasant Revolt (1830–1831): A Tale of Courage and Resistance The Nagar Peasant Revolt, also known as the Nagara Peasant Rebellion, was a significant uprising that unfolded in the Nagar region (present-day Shimoga district) of the Mysore Kingdom between August 1830 and 1831. This revolt was a powerful expression of the peasantry's frustration against oppressive taxation, administrative mismanagement, and social inequalities under the rule of the Mysore Kingdom, indirectly controlled by the British East India Company. At the heart of this rebellion was Sardar Malla, a humble farmer's son who rose to lead the oppressed masses with courage and determination. This note explores the reasons behind the revolt, its course, and its outcomes, weaving a narrative that captures the spirit of resistance and the quest for justice. Introduction: The Seeds of Rebellion In the early 19th century, the Kingdom of Mysore was under the rule of Krishnaraja Wodeyar III, but the Britis...