Topic: The Freedom Struggle — its various stages and important contributors/contributions from different parts of the country.
2. Explain how the nature of Indian economy was shaped by colonial interests of the British in the modern Indian history. (250 words)
Reference: Modern Indian history by spectrum
Why the question:
The question is from the static portions of GS paper I.
Key Demand of the question:
The aim of the answer must be to provide for detailed account of how the interest of the British shaped the nature of Indian economy.
Directive:
Explain – Clarify the topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the particular context. You must be defining key terms where ever appropriate, and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Briefly, write about the colonial interest of the British rule in India.
Body:
The British arrived in India initially as a trading company, however, in order to consolidate Presence in India, their administrative and economic policies frequently changed during their rule. They never lost sight of their main objectives, which included: increase the company’s main Profits enhance the profitability of its possessions and maintain and strengthen the British Hold over India. Provide arguments to highlight the way the interest of the British shaped the nature of Indian Economy. Explain how these actions transformed Indian economy – from a Net exporter to net importer, Supplier of raw material, led to De-industrialization, Ruralisation etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude with the impact of economic policies on Indian national movement.
