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Rebellion

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

Rebellion. 1. The taking up of arms traitorously against the Crown, whether by natural subjects or others when once subdued. 2. Disobedience to the process of the courts. See next title.

Open, organised, and armed resistance to an established government or ruler, Black's Law Dictionary, 7th Edn., p. 1273.

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