Practice Impact On India (8) - A Period of Transition - ICSE 8 History
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Impact on India

Practice - Impact on India

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Question 1 Easy

What was the main reason for the British to come to India?

💡 Hint: Think about their initial business purpose in India.

Question 2 Easy

Name one effect of Western education on Indian society.

💡 Hint: Consider what education changes might occur due to exposure.

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Question 1

What was the main purpose of British presence in India initially?

To govern
To trade
To spread Christianity

💡 Hint: Think about their initial business activity.

Question 2

True or False: The introduction of Western education had only negative effects on Indian society.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider both sides of the educational impact.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Critically analyze the role of the British East India Company and its transition from trade to governance in India. What were the social, political, and economic ramifications?

💡 Hint: Consider the broader implications of economic control versus political governance.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explore how Western education could both empower and alienate sections of Indian society. Use historical examples to support your analysis.

💡 Hint: Think about the impacts on different social classes and their access to this education.

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