Q. The main cause behind the rise of the Faraizi Movement was that
(a) the Muslim tenants were oppressed by the East India Compay.
(b) the Christian missionaries attacked the Islamic religion.
(c) the Hindu domination was to be eradicated.
(d) the Hindu money-lenders oppressed the Muslim community.
Ans: (a) the Muslim tenants were oppressed by the East India Compay.
Explanation: The main cause behind the rise of the Faraizi Movement was (a) the oppression faced by Muslim tenants by the East India Company.
The Faraizi Movement was a socio-religious movement that emerged in Bengal, India, during the early 19th century. It was initiated by Haji Shariatullah, who aimed to address the issues faced by the Muslim peasants and tenants.
One of the significant concerns of the Faraizi Movement was the exploitation and oppression faced by Muslim tenants by the East India Company and Hindu landlords. The movement sought to protect the rights and interests of the Muslim community, particularly in the context of land tenure and agricultural practices.
Therefore, the correct answer is (a) the Muslim tenants were oppressed by the East India Company.
