Social Changes in the Colonial Period
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What led to Indians beginning to critically analyze social problems like caste inequality and the position of women in the colonial period?

  • Introduction of Western education (correct)
  • Spread of Christian missionaries
  • Development of new industries in villages
  • Migration from cities to villages

    • How did the printing press contribute to social change in the colonial period in India?

  • It allowed for the publication of newspapers and pamphlets in English only
  • It facilitated the dissemination of new books and newspapers in English as well as Indian languages (correct)
  • It restricted discussions on social issues
  • It created a barrier to the spread of new ideas

    • Which factor contributed to the relaxation of caste restrictions during the colonial period?

  • Influx of foreign investments
  • Migration from villages to cities for industrial work (correct)
  • Decrease in the availability of Indian language publications
  • Increase in village population

    • Why did the presence of Christian missionaries contribute to social change in the colonial period?

    <p>They provided education opportunities for lower-caste students</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the arrival of Western education impact the perception of social issues in colonial India?

    <p>It empowered educated Indians to observe societal inequality and work towards change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one significant outcome of the debate on social issues in new publications during the colonial period?

    <p>Awareness and discussion of social problems among the wider population</p> Signup and view all the answers

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