Practice Surveys Become Important (1.2.2) - Introduction: How, When and Where

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Question 1.
What is the primary purpose of conducting a survey?
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Think about what information is needed for effective governance.
Question 2.
What significant operations are held every ten years in India?
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Consider how populations are counted.
3Question 3.
What was the primary function of surveys in colonial India?
- To collect tax
- To gather knowledge for effective administration
- To entertain locals
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Think about the needs of the British administration.
4Question 4.
True or False: The data from surveys included comprehensive local perspectives.
- True
- False
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Consider the authorship of the surveys.
Question 5.
Discuss how the limitations of colonial surveys affect the interpretations of historical data in modern studies.
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Consider the implications of a one-sided historical narrative.
Question 6.
Evaluate the role of the Census in reinforcing social structures during the colonial period. How did it shape British policies in India?
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Think about how the categorization can impact governance.

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