The Champaran Satyagraha was a significant event in India`s freedom struggle led by Mahatma Gandhi. It aimed to address the issues faced by indigo farmers in the Champaran district of Bihar. The correct statement in the given options is option 1, which states that the Champaran Satyagraha was related to indigo plantations.
Option 2, which states that the Satyagraha started because European planters oppressed the Zamindars, is incorrect. The Satyagraha was initiated to protest against the oppressive indigo system imposed by the European planters on the indigo farmers, not the oppression of Zamindars.
During that time, indigo was a cash crop, and European planters forced the local farmers to cultivate indigo on a significant portion of their land. The farmers faced exploitative terms and conditions, including forced cultivation, overpricing of indigo, and excessive rent demands. Mahatma Gandhi and his followers organized protests and satyagrahas to alleviate the suffering of the farmers and bring attention to their grievances.
In conclusion, the correct statement is option 1, indicating that the Champaran Satyagraha was indeed related to indigo plantations.