INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The violence in the region began at Tirurangadi in Kerala’s South Malabar on 20 August, 1921, and lasted for over four months, resulting in the imposition of martial law in six out of 10 taluks in the then Malabar district.

Detailed explanation-2: -The rebellion lasted for over four months. The martial law was imposed in six out of 10 taluks in the then Malabar district by British officers This led to large-scale violence with systematic persecution of Hindus and British officials. Many homes and temples were destroyed.

Detailed explanation-3: -The name Mappilla (lit. son-in-law; anglicized form Moplah) is given to Malayali-speaking Muslims who reside along the entire length of the Malabar Coast of northern Kerala. By 1921, the Moplahs formed the largest and fastest growing community in Malabar. 20-Aug-2021