Indian Traders in East Africa

The video explores the role of alien traders, focusing on Indian traders in East Africa. It discusses their contributions to trade, infrastructure, and the introduction of the Indian rupee. Challenges faced by these traders, such as language barriers and wildlife threats, are highlighted. The video also examines the positive and negative impacts of Indian traders, including economic development and resource exploitation. The lesson concludes with a summary of key points.

Which group of traders is the central focus of the lesson on alien traders in East Africa?

• European traders

• Arab traders

• Indian traders

• Chinese traders

What currency did Indian traders introduce to East Africa?

• Cowrie shells

• Indian rupee

• British pound

• East African shilling

What was the first form of currency introduced in East Africa by the Arabs?

• Silver bars

• Cowrie shells

• Indian rupee

• Gold coins

Which industry was NOT mentioned as being established by Indian traders in East Africa?

• Sugar industry

• Tea industry

• Textile industry

• Banking industry

Which of the following was a challenge faced by Indian traders in East Africa?

• Scarcity of goods

• Language barriers

• Lack of trade routes

• Political instability

What was one of the challenges related to transport faced by Indian traders?

• High cost of transportation

• Lack of vehicles

• Poor road conditions

• Reliance on foot transport

What was one positive impact of Indian traders on East Africa?

• Introduction of new agricultural techniques

• Development of modern transport and communication networks

• Establishment of European colonies

• Decline in local trade

What was a negative impact of Indian traders on the local business sector in Uganda?

• They introduced unfair trade practices

• They dominated the business sector

• They discouraged local entrepreneurship

• They increased taxes on local goods

How did Indian traders contribute to the exploitation of Africa's resources?

• By constructing railways to strategic areas

• By introducing new crops

• By forming alliances with local leaders

• By establishing local markets

Which of the following was a strategic reason for the construction of railways by Indian traders?

• To connect major cities

• To access agriculturally productive areas

• To promote tourism

• To establish military bases