CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Paikas rose in rebellion under their leader Bakshi Jagabandhu and, projecting Jagannath as the symbol of Odia unity, the rebellion quickly spread across most of Odisha before being ruthlessly put down by the company’s forces.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Paika Rebellion also called the Paika Bidroha was an armed rebellion against East India Company’s rule in India in 1817.

Detailed explanation-3: -Paika Rebellion of 1817 is an armed revolt against the British by the Paikas of Khurda in Odisha. The rebellion took form and shape under the leadership of Buxi Jagabandhu Bidyadhara. On 24th December 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative stamp and coin on the Paika Rebellion.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Paikas lost their estates when the new colonial establishments and land revenue settlements of the British came into force. The continuous interference in the economy and revenue systems led to exploitation and oppression of the peasants and farmers eventually triggering a rebellion against the British.