Practice Surveys become important - 1.2.2 | 1. Introduction: How, When and Where | CBSE 8 History
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Question 1

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What is the primary purpose of conducting a survey?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what information is needed for effective governance.

Question 2

Easy

What significant operations are held every ten years in India?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how populations are counted.

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Question 1

What was the primary function of surveys in colonial India?

  • To collect tax
  • To gather knowledge for effective administration
  • To entertain locals

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the needs of the British administration.

Question 2

True or False: The data from surveys included comprehensive local perspectives.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the authorship of the surveys.

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Question 1

Discuss how the limitations of colonial surveys affect the interpretations of historical data in modern studies.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the implications of a one-sided historical narrative.

Question 2

Evaluate the role of the Census in reinforcing social structures during the colonial period. How did it shape British policies in India?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how the categorization can impact governance.

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