11 Questions
Where did the white Europeans live in Madras during colonial times?
Inside Fort St. George
What was the area outside Fort St. George where the non-white population lived called?
Black Town
What role did Indian weavers, artisans, and interpreters play in the colonial city of Madras?
Trade roles
How was the town planning of Madras organized during colonial times?
Primarily along racial lines
Where were houses built in Black Town, Madras?
Around temples
Why did the British leave a vast open space around Fort William in Calcutta?
To allow easy firing at advancing enemy armies
What was a key reason for the British to clean up Calcutta in terms of town planning?
To improve public health and prevent diseases
What was one of the major concerns of the British regarding the town planning in Bombay?
Potential health risks due to stagnant water and marshlands
What was the significance of bungalows in the architecture promoted by the British in India?
Representing European authority and supremacy
How did the British view public health in relation to town planning during colonial times?
They considered public health as a prime basis for sustainable town planning
Why did the British choose Bombay as the commercial capital of colonial India?
As it facilitated half of India's imports and exports
Explore the historical significance of Fort St. George and Black Town in colonial Madras. Learn about the segregation between the white town and non-white population in this vibrant city.
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