The impact of British colonialism in India was primarily characterized by its ___ foundation.

Capitalist

True or False: British colonialism in India did not disrupt the existing economic foundations as it primarily collected tribute.

False. British colonialism intervened directly to benefit British capitalism, unlike earlier powers that collected tribute without disrupting local economies.

The use of English in India has opened up opportunities particularly for individuals historically denied formal education, such as ___ individuals.

Dalit

The emergence of Western capitalism was closely linked to ___, which aimed at maximizing profits from colonized areas.

Western colonialism

True or False: Nationalism in colonized regions like India involved the right to self-rule.

True

Colonial rule had extensive effects on ___ aspects of life in colonized regions.

Many

The industrialisation in Britain led to a shift from a primarily rural society to a ___ society during the Colonial Era.

Urban

True or False: The establishment of Western-style factories in India positively impacted traditional village industries.

False. The establishment of Western-style factories harmed many village industries by flooding the market with cheap European goods.

The Transport of Native Labourers Act, which regulated the recruitment of workers for tea plantations in Assam, was enacted in ___ and updated in subsequent years.

1863

Urban migration in India is primarily driven by the search for ___ and ___ opportunities.

Employment and improved living conditions

True or False: The urban population in India is growing faster than the rural population for the first time since Independence.

True

Economic tensions during urban migration may arise due to the perception of burden on locals regarding ___ and ___ for new migrants.

Housing and jobs

Colonialism continues to influence modern society in areas such as ___ and ___.

Legal frameworks and cultural practices

True or False: Industrialisation and urbanisation have no impact on our way of living.

False. Industrialisation and urbanisation significantly change production methods and overall lifestyles.

What are the primary areas affected by colonialism that impact contemporary society?

Colonialism has introduced changes in legal, cultural, and architectural aspects.