British Rule in India: Impact and Control
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What was one of the main reasons for Indian resentment towards British rule in the mid-1800s?

  • The British imposition of heavy taxes on Indian citizens
  • The British decision to divide India into separate territories
  • The British refusal to allow Indians to practice their own religion
  • The belief that the British wanted to convert them to Christianity (correct)

    • What offended the Indian soldiers' religious feelings and led to the Sepoy Mutiny?

  • Rumors about British weapons (correct)
  • British attempts to recruit Indian soldiers for battle
  • The British imposition of a new language in the army
  • The promotion of British soldiers over Indian soldiers

    • Why did the Sepoy Mutiny fail?

  • The Indians were divided along religious lines (correct)
  • The British had support from other European powers
  • The Indian soldiers lacked strong leadership
  • The British had superior weapons and military tactics

    • What did the British government do after the Sepoy Mutiny?

    <p>Took direct control of British India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of British rule on India's economy?

    <p>India's rail system was developed and the economy modernized, but Indian industry suffered due to British trade laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the British East India Company control in India?

    <p>Huge amounts of land and held the most power in India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the term 'jewel in the crown' refer to in relation to India?

    <p>India's status as Britain's most valuable colony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributed to the decline of Indian industry under British rule?

    <p>Forced cultivation of cash crops and restrictive trade laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major consequence of British rule on Indian agriculture?

    <p>A decline in agricultural productivity and increased reliance on cash crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did most British officials' attitudes impact Indian culture?

    <p>They held racist attitudes that posed a threat to Indian culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

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