Practice Then Came The Cotton Boom (1.3.4) - Colonialism and the Countryside Exploring Official Ar icial Aricial Archives

Practice: Then came the cotton boom

Lesson 1.3.4Colonialism and the Countryside Exploring Official Ar icial Aricial Archives

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Question 1.
What event led to the cotton boom in India?
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Think about global events that affect trade.
Question 2.
What is a ryot?
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Consider the roles of farmers in producing crops.
3Question 3.
What was the primary reason for the rise in cotton production in India during the 1860s?
- A) Increased local demand
- B) The American Civil War
- C) British colonial policy
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Consider international events.
4Question 4.
True or False: The cotton boom benefited all farmers equally.
- True
- False
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Think about wealth distribution during this period.
Question 5.
Consider a scenario where a ryot took a loan of Rs 500 at 5% interest per month. If the ryot fails to pay for three months, calculate the total amount he owes.
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Remember that interest accumulates on the total amount due.
Question 6.
Imagine you are a policy maker in colonial India. Propose a fair taxation system for ryots that accounts for good and bad harvest years. Justify your approach.
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Think about the balance between state revenue and farmers' welfare.

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