12 Questions
What was the primary objective of the book 'Indian Economic Development'?
To discuss the role of India in the global economy
When did India finally win its independence?
August 15, 1947
What was the sole purpose of the British colonial rule in India?
To reduce India to being a raw material supplier for Great Britain's industrial base
What was India's economy characterised by before the advent of the British colonial rule?
Agriculture-based economy with thriving manufacturing industries
What was the primary source of livelihood in India before the British colonial rule?
Agriculture
What was India known for in terms of products before the British colonial rule?
Textiles, precious stones, and handicrafts
What was the main reason for Britain's interest in India?
To exploit India's resources for its own industrial growth
What shaped India's post-independence development strategy?
The country's economic past
What was the nature of the relationship between India and Britain during the colonial period?
Exploitative
What was the significance of the industrial base in Britain during the colonial period?
It was rapidly expanding
What was the role of India in the global economy during the colonial period?
A supplier of raw materials
What was the impact of the British colonial rule on India's manufacturing sector?
It led to stagnation and decline
This quiz introduces the basic features of the Indian economy, its development, and its economic past. It covers the country's economy before and after Independence.
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