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What are famines? Who were the most affected group of the devastating famine of Bengal?
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Meaning of Famine:
A famine is characterized by widespread deaths due to starvation epidemics caused by forced use of contaminated water or decaying food and loss of body resistance due to weakening from starvation.
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The most affected group:
Agricultural laborers, fishermen , transport workers, and casual laborers.
