Historical Events tagged with "muharram"

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Muharram Rebellion Against British Forces

December 16th, 1782 242 years ago

In Sylhet Shahi Eidgah, Hada and Mada Miah led a revolt against the British East India Company, marking the onset of organized anti-British resistance in the Indian subcontinent. The uprising coincided with Muharram, a month of mourning and reflection for Muslims, giving it significant cultural importance. Despite being met with military opposition from Robert Lindsay and his contingents, the local populace rallied to resist colonial rule, showcasing early nationalist sentiments in the region.

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