British Colonial Impact on India

The video explores the effects of British rule in India, starting with the establishment of the East India Company and the competition among European powers. It discusses the conflicts between the British and the Marathas, highlighting the wars and treaties. The video also covers changes in the land revenue system, the development of transport and communication, and the decline of traditional industries. Despite challenges, new industries emerged in India, marking a significant shift in the economic landscape.

Which European power was already settled in India when the British arrived for trade?

• Spanish

• French

• Dutch

• Portuguese

What was the main reason for Raghunath Rao seeking British help?

• To establish trade relations

• To expand Maratha territory

• To gain control over the Peshwarship

• To defeat the French

What was the primary change in the land revenue system introduced by the British?

• Revenue was collected in the form of grains

• Tax was based on the type of crop

• Payment of tax was made compulsory in cash

• Farmers were exempted from tax in case of crop loss

Which year did the first railway run between Mumbai and Thane?

• 1853

• 1863

• 1843

• 1873

What was one of the long-term impacts of the development of transport and communication systems by the British?

• Increased isolation among Indian communities

• Decline in trade activities

• Increased sense of unity among Indians

• Decrease in military efficiency

What was the effect of British policies on traditional Indian industries?

• They flourished and expanded

• They declined and many artisans became unemployed

• They remained unaffected

• They were modernized and improved

Which industry was first established by Kawasji Nana Bhai Dawar in Mumbai?

• Jute Mill

• Chemical Industry

• Iron and Steel

• Textile Mill

In which year was the first jute mill started in Bengal?

• 1865

• 1855

• 1853

• 1875

Who established the Tata Iron and Steel Company in Jamshedpur?

• Jamshedji Tata

• Kawasji Nana Bhai Dawar

• Madhavrao Peshwa

• Raghunath Rao

What was a major challenge for Indian businessmen in establishing new industries during British rule?

• Lack of raw materials

• Lack of British support, experience, and capital

• Excessive government support

• High demand for traditional goods