La insurrección de Tupac Amaru II: ¿guerra de independencia o revolución?

Abstract

Abstract/description: The uprising of Tupac Amaru II was a key historic event that took place between 1780 and 1782. The uprising aimed to defend citizens' rights, establish Peruvian independence and, last but not least, protect the identity of the Inca and other indigenous groups. These three different dimensions translate to three different visions of the uprising. This tri-partition was a product of social division. The article describes the social groups' situation in Peru prior to the uprising. The importance of indigenous traditions and ideologies to the rebellion is noted. Initial developments are summarized. The author analyses the relationship between struggle for independence and struggle against oppression as characteristic of this rebellion. An increase in policies discriminating against indigenous elites and cultures is said to occur as backlash against the insurrection.The article contains an annex "Sentencia expedida contra Tupac Amaru."