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What was one of the main goals of the British in India?
What was one of the main goals of the British in India?
- Promotion of indigenous cultures
- Territorial conquest and control over revenues (correct)
- Preservation of existing customs and values
- Peaceful coexistence with the natives
What was William Jones known for?
What was William Jones known for?
- Expertise in Indian philosophy
- Being a linguist and expert in law (correct)
- Promotion of British customs in India
- Establishing educational institutions in Calcutta
What did the British believe was part of their cultural mission in India?
What did the British believe was part of their cultural mission in India?
- Avoiding any interference in local customs
- Civilising the natives and changing their customs and values (correct)
- Allowing complete autonomy to the Indian population
- Preserving indigenous traditions
What was the role of William Jones at the Supreme Court in Calcutta?
What was the role of William Jones at the Supreme Court in Calcutta?
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What did the British struggle to find regarding education in India?
What did the British struggle to find regarding education in India?
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