Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence
A worksheet on the state of the Indian economy under British colonial rule, covering agriculture, industry, trade, and demographic conditions. Total: 40 marks.
Section A — True or False [20 Marks]
State whether the following statements are True or False. Justify your answer with a brief reason.
The sole purpose of British colonial rule in India was to develop the Indian economy. True or False? Justify your answer.
Before British rule, India was well known for its handicraft industries like cotton and silk textiles. True or False? Justify your answer.
The colonial government made sincere efforts to estimate India's national and per capita income. True or False? Justify your answer.
The zamindars under the zamindari system invested heavily to improve the condition of agriculture. True or False? Justify your answer.
The decline of indigenous handicraft industries led to massive unemployment in India. True or False? Justify your answer.
Section B — One Word Answer [20 Marks]
Provide the answer in one word or a short phrase.