alleryThe Santal population in the settled area grew from 3,000 in 1838 to about how many in 1851?
A8,279
B28,790
C82,790
D827,900
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 82,790
1. Promises of land drew many Santals into Damin-i-koh.
2. Within 13 years the population grew from 3,000 to 82,790.
3. This growth raised Company revenue 22-fold, which is why the area mattered to it.
_Source: Wikipedia, Santhal rebellion, Background_
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