Birsa munda: Born on November 15

Born on November 15, 1875, in Ulihatu village of Khunti, Jharkhand, into the Munda tribe. His birthplace would later become a symbol of tribal pride and resistance against colonial oppression. Known as 'Dharti Aba' (Father of Earth), Birsa Munda emerged as both a spiritual guide and freedom fighter. Explore the legacy of Bhagwan Birsa Munda , India’s tribal icon and freedom fighter, on his 125th Balidan Diwas. Learn about the Ulgulan movement, tribal rights, and his enduring impact on Indian history. Birsa Munda : The Architect of Tribal Resilience, His Life and Legacy Birsa Munda was born on November 15, 1874, in Ulihatu, a small village in present-day Jharkhand, into a tribal Munda family. About Birsa Munda Early life Born in Ulihatu Khunti district, Jharkhand in 1875 with birth name Daud Munda . Belonged to the Munda tribe of the Chhotanagpur plateau area, present day Jharkhand. He spent some time in the company of a prominent Vaishnav preacher Anand Panre. His Contributions: Founded a new sect known as the Birsait. It believed in one God, and aimed for reforming tribal society by observing a code of conduct. Took up a campaign against alcoholism, witchcraft and sorcery and ...