Question

why did the faqirs and sanyasis rise in revolt?

Answer 1

They felt a threat of being forcible converted to christianity .Also the passing of social reforms angered them as it was taken as the deliberate interfarance with social norms by the british.

Answer 2

Answer:

The British control over Bengal after battles of Plassey and Buxar led to increase in land tax and exploitation of the peasants. ... The peasants, displaced landlords and these Sadhus / Fakirs came together in a rebellion which started in later part of 18th century and continued for around half century.