The correct answer is: A. Purnea, Saharsa and Bhagalpur
Santhals are the largest tribal community in India. They are mainly concentrated in the states of Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, and Assam. In Bihar, Santhals are found in the districts of Purnea, Saharsa, Bhagalpur, Banka, Lakhisarai, Jamui, Munger, and Khagaria.
Santhals are a matrilineal society, which means that property and inheritance are passed down through the female line. They are also a polytheistic society, and their religion is based on the worship of nature spirits.
Santhals are known for their colorful traditional dress and their unique culture. They are also known for their resistance to British rule, and they played a major role in the Santhal Rebellion of 1855.
Here is a brief explanation of each option:
- Option A: Purnea, Saharsa and Bhagalpur. This is the correct answer. Santhals are found in large numbers in these districts.
- Option B: Purnia, Kutihar Arwal. This is not the correct answer. Kutihar is not a district of Bihar.
- Option C: Araria, Muzaffarpur, Katihar. This is not the correct answer. Santhals are found in Araria and Katihar, but not in Muzaffarpur.
- Option D: Supaul, Katihar, Saharsa. This is not the correct answer. Santhals are found in Supaul and Saharsa, but not in Katihar.