Topic: Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present- significant events, personalities, issues.
1. Defining colonialism, examine the social and economic impact of colonialism on India. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Live Mint , Insights on India
Why the question:
It was hardly surprising that when Queen Elizabeth II died on 8 September, chatter around the Kohinoor diamond immediately broke out in the context of how the British monarchy looted India.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about colonialism, its social and economic impact on India.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining colonialism.
Body:
First, write about the social impact of colonialism in India. Write both the positive and negative impacts witnessed in the society of colonial India.
Next, write about the economic impact of colonialism in India. Write about the drain, the deindustrialisation, the economic stagnation as well positive impact of colonial rule.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a balanced opinion.
