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Which country did the Eureka Rebellion, an 1856 battle against colonial rule, take place in?

  • India
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Brazil
Explanation

The Eureka Rebellion, an 1856 battle against colonial rule, took place in Australia. It occurred in Ballarat, Victoria during the Victorian gold rush. The rebellion was sparked by the oppressive gold mining licensing system enforced by colonial authorities. Miners on the Ballarat goldfields, mainly from different parts of Europe, were angered by the unjust practices and lack of representation they faced. Led by figures like Peter Lalor, miners established a stockade and engaged in armed conflict with the colonial forces. Although the rebellion was ultimately unsuccessful, it played a significant role in shaping Australian democracy and workers' rights movements.