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Birsa Munda (1875 1900) was a tribal freedom fighter and folk hero from the Munda tribe in what is now the Indian state of Jharkhand. He played a significant role in the Indian independence movement, particularly in the struggle against British colonialism. Birsa Munda was born into a poor family and grew up in a region that was heavily exploited by British colonizers. He became an important leader and organizer of his people, leading protests and revolts against British land policies and other forms of exploitation. Birsa Munda's legacy is still celebrated in Jharkhand and other parts of India. He is seen as a symbol of resistance against colonialism and oppression, and as a champion of the rights of tribal peoples.