The Rampa Rebellion (1922–1924) was a tribal revolt in the Madras Presidency led by Alluri Sitarama Raju against British policies. Triggered by forest restrictions and exploitation, it became a symbol of tribal resistance and anti-colonial struggle.

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• Rampa Rebellion was a tribal uprising against British rule in Madras Presidency.
• Led by Alluri Sitarama Raju, known as Manyam Veerudu.
• Triggered by Madras Forest Act 1882 restricting tribal rights.
• Podu cultivation system disrupted, affecting tribal livelihoods severely.
• Tribals opposed forced labour and loss of traditional rights.
• Rebels used guerrilla tactics and attacked police stations in 1922.
• British deployed Malabar Special Police and imposed strict measures.
• Rewards announced to capture Raju and his associates.
• Raju was captured and executed in May 1924.
• Rebellion became symbol of tribal resistance and freedom struggle.