Economic Impact of British Rule in India
History ⇒ Modern Indian History
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Describe one way in which the British land revenue policies affected Indian peasants.
Describe the impact of British rule on the Indian economy by the end of the 19th century.
Explain how the British economic policies led to the impoverishment of Indian peasants.
Explain how the British policy of free trade affected Indian industries.
Explain the impact of British economic policies on Indian agriculture.
Explain the impact of British economic policies on Indian artisans.
Explain the term 'commercialization of agriculture' under British rule.
Read the following passage and answer the question: 'During the British period, Indian farmers were often forced to grow crops that were not suitable for their land or local needs. This led to a decline in soil fertility and increased vulnerability to famine.' Based on the passage, explain one negative impact of British agricultural policies on Indian society.
The Permanent Settlement was introduced in which region of India? (1) Bombay (2) Madras (3) Bengal (4) Punjab
What was the main aim of British economic policies in India? (1) To promote Indian industries (2) To benefit British industries (3) To improve Indian agriculture (4) To reduce poverty in India
Which economic class in India benefited the most from British rule? (1) Peasants (2) Zamindars (3) Artisans (4) Factory workers
Which of the following statements best describes the impact of British rule on Indian agriculture? (1) It became more diversified (2) It became more commercialized (3) It became less dependent on monsoons (4) It became more mechanized
Fill in the blank: The _______ system was introduced in the Bombay Presidency and involved direct settlement with the cultivators.
Fill in the blank: The _______ system was prevalent in the North-Western Provinces and Central India and involved revenue settlement with village communities.
Fill in the blank: The British forced Indian farmers to grow _______ in Bengal for export to China.
The British imposed heavy taxes on Indian textiles to protect their own _______ industry.
Did the British economic policies contribute to the rise of poverty in India? (Yes/No)
Did the British encourage the growth of modern industries in India? (Yes/No)
Did the British introduce modern banking and currency systems in India? (Yes/No)
Did the British policies lead to the decline of traditional Indian handicrafts? (Yes/No)
