Question

Discuss the efforts made by Velu Thampi and Paliath Achan to organise the revolt against the British.

Answer 1

• Velu Thampi, the Dewan of Travancore and Paliath Achan, the Dewan of Kochi reacted against the uncontrolled intervention of British Resident in their internal affairs. 
• Velu Thampi sought the support of the people and called for armed fight against the British through the Kundara Proclamation issued on 11 January 1809. 
• The combined army of Travancore and Kochi attacked the official residence of the British Resident Macaulay. 
• The British army suppressed the revolt raised by Veluthampi and Paliath Achan. 
• Veluthampi committed suicide at Mannadi Temple. The British deported Paliyath Achan to Madras.