British Rule in India Overview
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What impact did British policies like heavy taxation and land revenue systems have on India?

  • They led to economic hardships and resistance (correct)
  • They increased British trade with India
  • They promoted self-reliance and economic growth
  • They fostered social and religious reform movements

How did movements like the Brahmo Samaj and Arya Samaj contribute to nationalist sentiments?

  • By supporting British colonial rule
  • By advocating for a return to traditional Indian values
  • By fostering a sense of pride and identity (correct)
  • By promoting European culture in India

What influence did Western education have on Indians during British colonial rule?

  • Inspired them to seek reforms and self-governance (correct)
  • Led to the decline of nationalist movements
  • Resulted in increased British control over India
  • Encouraged them to embrace British culture completely

How did Indian publications like The Hindu and Bengal Gazette contribute to Indian nationalism?

<p>Spread nationalist ideas and mobilized public opinion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect did Lord Lytton's repressive policies have on Indian sentiment towards British rule?

<p>Spark outrage and united Indians against British rule (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Ilbert Bill controversy in India?

<p>Highlighted racial discrimination and galvanized Indian demands for equality (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor played a significant role in fostering nationalist sentiments in India?

<p><strong>Role of Newspapers</strong> (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main motivations behind movements like the Brahmo Samaj and Arya Samaj?

<p><strong>Socio-cultural Reform</strong> (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Enlightenment ideals impact Indian aspirations during British colonial rule?

<p><strong>Inspired Pursuit of Independence</strong> (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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