10 Questions
Which company started British imperialism in India?
The British East India Company
When did the British East India Company first land in India?
1608
What were the key sources of economic prosperity for Great Britain in India?
Raw materials, cheap labor, and large markets for British goods
What were the cash crops encouraged by Britain in India?
Cotton, silk, and tea
What led to widespread food shortages and famine in India during British rule?
Encouragement of cash crops over food crops
What damaged Indian industries during British rule in India?
Cheap manufactured goods from England
What did the British East India Company reinforce in India?
Traditional Indian class structures
What event led to the transfer of administration from the British East India Company to the British Government?
Sepoy Rebellion (1857-58)
What positive legacies did British imperialism leave in India?
Infrastructure, communication networks, transportation networks, and education
What negative legacy did British imperialism leave in India?
Economic exploitation, lack of factories and manufacturing, taxes on Indian produced goods, and depletion of natural resources
Test your knowledge on the historical legacies of British imperialism in India with this quiz. Learn about the trade potential India offered to the British East India Company and the establishment of trading posts in Bombay, Madras, and Calcutta. Explore the impacts of British imperialism on India's economy, culture, and society.
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