Themes In Indian History - Important Questions

Book: Themes In Indian History - Important Questions

Chapter: 12. Colonial Cities

Subject: History - Class 12th

Q. No. 1 of Very Short Answer (1 Mark)

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Analyse in short how the introduction of the railways by the British proved advantageous for Indians in the late 19th century.

The introduction of the railways by the British proved to be extremely advantageous for Indians in the late 19th century. Economic activity also started taking place in new centres besides the old centres, due to the creation of railway connectivity in these new locations. The railway stations acted as a point to collect raw materials and distribute imported or finished goods to different parts of the country.


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