Practice - Then came the cotton boom
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Practice Questions
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What event led to the cotton boom in India?
💡 Hint: Think about global events that affect trade.
What is a ryot?
💡 Hint: Consider the roles of farmers in producing crops.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What was the primary reason for the rise in cotton production in India during the 1860s?
💡 Hint: Consider international events.
True or False: The cotton boom benefited all farmers equally.
💡 Hint: Think about wealth distribution during this period.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a scenario where a ryot took a loan of Rs 500 at 5% interest per month. If the ryot fails to pay for three months, calculate the total amount he owes.
💡 Hint: Remember that interest accumulates on the total amount due.
Imagine you are a policy maker in colonial India. Propose a fair taxation system for ryots that accounts for good and bad harvest years. Justify your approach.
💡 Hint: Think about the balance between state revenue and farmers' welfare.
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