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The Legacy of British Imperialism in India

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Which company started British imperialism in India?

The British South India Company

The British East India Company (correct)

The British North India Company

The British West India Company

When did the British East India Company first land in India?

1808

1708

1908

1608 (correct)

What were the key sources of economic prosperity for Great Britain in India?

Military power, political control, and social influence

Technology, natural resources, and cultural exchange

Education, healthcare, and infrastructure development

Raw materials, cheap labor, and large markets for British goods (correct)

What were the cash crops encouraged by Britain in India?

Cotton, silk, and tea Signup and view all the answers

What led to widespread food shortages and famine in India during British rule?

Encouragement of cash crops over food crops Signup and view all the answers

What damaged Indian industries during British rule in India?

Cheap manufactured goods from England Signup and view all the answers

What did the British East India Company reinforce in India?

Traditional Indian class structures Signup and view all the answers

What event led to the transfer of administration from the British East India Company to the British Government?

Sepoy Rebellion (1857-58) Signup and view all the answers

What positive legacies did British imperialism leave in India?

Infrastructure, communication networks, transportation networks, and education Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers