Chapter Indian Economy at the Eve of Independence
Class Worksheet
Class 12
2019-20
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Q 1 What do you mean by colonial economy?
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Q 2 What was the most important causes of growing poverty in
India during the British rule ?
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Q 3 Mention the important infrastructure developed during the
British period.
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Q 4 What is occupational structure ?
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Q 5 What do you understand by drain on Indian wealth during
the colonial period ?
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Q 6 Give the meaning of the following terms
a) Life Expectancy
Ratio
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b) Infant Mortality Rate
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c) Maternal Mortality
Rate
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Q 7 What are the main cause of Indian Agriculture Stagnation
during the colonial period?
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Q 8 Name some modern industries which were in operation in
our country at the time of Independence
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Q 9 Discuss the forms of exploitation adopted by British
Rulers in India ?
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Q 10 Indicate the direction of trade at the time of
independence
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