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What was a key outcome of the Industrial Revolution in relation to the Indians?
Which of the following European countries was not mentioned as one where the Industrial Revolution spread in its first stage?
What concept emerged as a result of the Industrial Revolution and the economic competition between nations?
Which of the following was a measure associated with Economic Nationalism as described in the text?
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What fueled further growth of imperialism according to the text?
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Which European countries experienced immense expansion of their empires due to their aggressive colonial policies?
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What will be focused on in the next lesson according to the text?
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'Arresting the economic growth of rival nations along with fervently pursuing the economic growth of one’s own nation' was an aspect of which concept?
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'Fighting battles with natives of colonies' was a result of which policy described in the text?
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Which explorer was the first to circumnavigate the African continent?
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Study Notes
Colonialism and European Empire
- The British Empire was a vast empire that encompassed continents of Asia, Africa, America, and Australia, with the phrase "the sun never sets on the British Empire" indicating its global spread.
Causes of Colonialism
- European traders established themselves in Asia and Africa, leading to competition among European countries, extreme nationalism, industrialization, and a sense of racial superiority.
- The discovery of new lands by seafarers led to a commercial revolution in 15th-century Europe, changing traditional ways of commerce.
Characteristics of Colonialism
- Colonialism is a form of imperialism where a developed nation occupies a less developed, distant nation and establishes its rule.
- Colonies were used as marketplaces for selling final products, and raw materials were transported back to the colonizing country.
Effects of Colonialism
- Colonialism led to political, economic, and psychological slavery, creating an inferiority complex among native people.
- The racial attitude of colonialist countries and their treatment of native people contributed to this psychological slavery.
Industrialization and Economic Nationalism
- The Industrial Revolution led to the rise of economic nationalism, where nations pursued their own economic growth and restricted the growth of rival nations.
- Measures to restrict rival countries' economic growth included prohibiting import-export transactions, levying heavy tolls on goods, and establishing colonies.
European Exploration and Colonization
- European countries like England, France, Portugal, and Spain occupied nations in Asia and Africa, establishing colonies and transporting raw materials back to their countries.
- The climate of regions like America, Australia, and New Zealand was favorable for European settlers, but they still displaced indigenous people in these regions.
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Test your knowledge on the European expansion and colonialism with this quiz that covers topics such as the British Empire, commercial revolution, and the impact of new discoveries on commerce.
