What was a major cause behind the ‘Deccan Riots’ of 1875?

Explanation

The correct answer is (B) Heavy taxation and exploitation by moneylenders Explanation: • The riots began in Supa village (Pune) and spread across the Deccan region. • Farmers were burdened by high land revenue under the Ryotwari system and trapped in debt cycles by moneylenders (Sahukars). Copyright © 2026 Adda247 Information Booster: • Following the riots, the British government passed the Deccan Agriculturists' Relief Act of 1879 to protect farmers from moneylenders. Additional Knowledge: • Partition of Bengal (Option D): Occurred in 1905, much later than the Deccan Riots.