Teaching UGC NET Mock Test Series 2025 (Paper 1 & 2) General Knowledge Modern India (Pre-Congress Phase) India under East India Company’s Rule
The term “de-industrialization” is often used to describe the economic impact of British colonialism on India, particularly in the context of traditional handicrafts and industries. Which of the following factors best explains the process of de-industrialization in India under British rule?
1
The introduction of heavy industrialization in India by the British displaced traditional craftsmen.
2
The forced export of raw materials, coupled with the import of cheap British-manufactured goods, destroyed local industries such as textiles.
3
The British established large-scale industries in India, which created employment opportunities but undermined the value of small-scale handicrafts.
4
British efforts to encourage local industrial growth led to the formation of textile mills, which displaced traditional weavers in urban centers.