The question (12 marks)
Consider the following proposition and evaluate it: "Whatever else may be said against it, Company rule gave India railways, steamships, banks and plantations, and therefore laid the foundations of a modern economy. The charge of economic exploitation cannot survive that record." Answer the proposition by tracing what actually happened to the Indian economy in the order in which it happened. (12 marks)
MU Module I, economic effects of Company rule; pack ch. 01.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 1 · Company Administration and the Revolt of 1857 of History.
Authorities you will need
- Charter Act 1813
- Charter Act 1833
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