Question

How did the advent of British give new opportunities to the depressed classes​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The Mahars were one of the Barah Balutas (12 artisan / servant castes) of Maharashtra. They were an untouchable caste of inferior village servants.

The Mahar movement was organized by Gopal Baba Walangkar, an ex-serviceman, who in 1894 drafted a petition claiming Kshatriya status and thereby demanding more jobs in the army and the services. The Mahars later formed the backbone of Dr. Ambedkar’s movement.

Answer 2

Answer:

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ADVERTISEMENTS: The Communal Award (1932) announced by the British Prime-Minister provided for separate electorates for the depressed classes. This led to the signing of the Poona Pact (1932) between Gandhiji and Ambedkar which provided for reservation of seats for the depressed classes in the general constituencies.

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