History of Punkas and Their Impact

What was the primary reason the British developed the punka in India?

• To protect against mosquitos

• To improve communication with locals

• To adapt to the spicy cuisine

• To cope with the hot climate

Who were the individuals responsible for operating the punkas?

• British soldiers

• Pom koalas

• Local merchants

• Indian nobility

Why did some British colonists prefer their pom koalas to be deaf?

• To ensure they worked harder

• To prevent them from overhearing private conversations

• To make them more obedient

• To reduce the cost of labor

In which region of the United States did the concept of punkas become popular?

• The Midwest

• The West Coast

• The Northeast

• The South

What technological advancement led to the decline of manual punkas?

• The development of electric ceiling fans

• The invention of air conditioning

• The introduction of portable fans

• The creation of central heating systems