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What was a significant impact of the British East India Company's rule on Indian industries?
What was a significant impact of the British East India Company's rule on Indian industries?
- Decline of cottage industries (correct)
- Expansion of traditional crafts
- Increase in agricultural production
- Strengthening of local trade networks
Which city was transformed into a significant industrial and commercial hub during the British regime?
Which city was transformed into a significant industrial and commercial hub during the British regime?
- Delhi
- Surat
- Mumbai (correct)
- Masulipatnam
What crucial development occurred in Delhi after the introduction of the railway?
What crucial development occurred in Delhi after the introduction of the railway?
- Establishment of a major port
- Significant urban development (correct)
- Construction of new gardens
- Demolition of historic buildings
Which former name is associated with the city of Chennai?
Which former name is associated with the city of Chennai?
Surat was known for its production of which type of work during the Mughal era?
Surat was known for its production of which type of work during the Mughal era?
What was established in Masulipatnam to assert British presence?
What was established in Masulipatnam to assert British presence?
What characterized the city of Surat during British and Mughal rule?
What characterized the city of Surat during British and Mughal rule?
What was a pivotal change made to Delhi during British rule?
What was a pivotal change made to Delhi during British rule?
Flashcards
British impact on Indian industries
British impact on Indian industries
The British East India Company drastically transformed Indian cottage industries, handicrafts, and trade, causing hardship within 100 years of their control. This negatively impacted both Indian agriculture and villages.
Transformation of old cities
Transformation of old cities
Many existing cities underwent substantial changes due to British rule, including new urban developments for industrial and administrative needs.
Emergence of new industrial centers
Emergence of new industrial centers
New urban centers emerged—Kolkata, Surat, Chennai, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Indore—to support the growth of British-led industries and administration.
Mumbai (Bombay)'s transformation under British rule
Mumbai (Bombay)'s transformation under British rule
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Surat's historical significance
Surat's historical significance
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Masulipatnam & Chennai (Madras)
Masulipatnam & Chennai (Madras)
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Delhi's identity crisis under the British
Delhi's identity crisis under the British
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Railway impact on Delhi
Railway impact on Delhi
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Study Notes
British Colonial Impact on Indian Cities
- Madras (now Chennai) was one of three villages that became a British colony
- The British East India Company transformed Indian cottage industries and agriculture
- Mumbai, formerly an island, was a dowry to the British
- Mumbai became an important industrial and commercial hub
- Surat was an important commercial center during the Mughal period
- A fort was established in Masulipatnam on the East coast
- The British established Fort St. George in Madras (Chennai) in 1640 AD
- The British demolished old Delhi constructions for new buildings, gardens, and monuments
- Old Delhi was transformed by the construction of the railway and new forts
- New Delhi was established with administrative buildings
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Explore the significant changes brought by British colonialism in major Indian cities. From the establishment of forts to the transformation of urban centers, this quiz will test your knowledge on how towns like Madras and Mumbai evolved under British rule. Dive into history and discover the lasting effects of colonial strategies on urban development.
