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. 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 ... Born on November 15, 1875, in the Ulihatu village of present-day Jharkhand, Birsa Munda rose to prominence as a revolutionary leader who fought against British colonial rule and the exploitation of tribal communities. Birsa Munda was an Indian tribal freedom fighter and religious leader who led a revolt against the British colonial rule in the late 19th century. He founded a faith called Birsait and challenged the Christian missionaries and the forest laws that affected the Munda community.
