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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed July 7, 2026

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- The Eka Movement was a peasant uprising that took place in the Awadh region of the United Provinces during 1921–22, aimed at opposing high rents, oppressive landlords, and forced evictions.
- This movement emerged as a continuation of the Awadh Kisan movement, which was initially led by figures like Baba Ramchandra and the Oudh Kisan Sabha.
- What is the Eka Movement in simple words?
- Who led the Eka Movement and how did its leadership differ from the Congress line?
- What was the 'eka' oath that gave the movement its name?

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