Worksheet: Structural Change | Sociology Class 12 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: British colonialism in India had a unique impact due to its capitalist foundation, as every policy was geared towards promoting and advancing _________ capitalism.

Q2: The use of English in India is associated with privilege, and it can be a liability in the _________ market.

Q3: English opened doors to opportunities for historically denied groups like the _________ .

Q4: British industrialization in India resulted in the decline of certain industries and historic _________ areas.

Q5: The Swadeshi movement during colonial rule aimed to focus on the _________ economy to alleviate poverty.

Q6: Indian nationalists believed that rapid industrialization was crucial for achieving _________  justice and economic growth.

Q7: People often move from rural to urban areas in search of better _________ opportunities and a higher standard of living.

Q8: Conflicts between immigrants and locals can arise when people move to urban areas, often due to tension regarding _________ and employment opportunities.

Q9: In 1851, India's tea industry began in  _________.

Q10: Nationalism asserted that all colonized societies, including India, had the right to _________.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: British colonialism in India had a unique impact due to its capitalist foundation.
Reason: Pre-capitalist conquerors typically collected tribute without disrupting the existing economic foundation.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q2: Assertion: The use of English is both an advantage and a liability in the job market in India.
Reason: English language skills are widely spoken and written in India.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q3: Assertion: Indian nationalists believed that rapid industrialization was crucial for achieving social justice.
Reason: Modern ideas were seen as a way to alleviate poverty during colonial rule.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q4: Assertion: The movement of people within India was a significant result of colonialism.
Reason: It led to the emergence of a new middle class primarily from the British Presidency regions of Bengal and Madras.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q5: Assertion: Industrialization in independent India resulted in the decline of certain industries and historic urban areas.
Reason: British industrialization in India led to more people moving into agriculture.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of the Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: What was the impact of British colonialism on the use of English language in India?

Q2: Which Indian region saw the beginning of the tea industry in 1851?

Q3: What is the meaning of "Swaraj" in the context of Indian nationalism?

Q4: Name two coastal cities crucial in the imperial economic system during colonial rule.

Q5: What was the main focus of the Swadeshi movement in India?

Q6: Why did conflicts arise between immigrants and locals in urban areas?

Q7: What did Jawaharlal Nehru envision for India's future industrialization?

Q8: Which economic system seeks to maximize profits through privately owned production equipment?

Q9: What was the impact of British industrialization on Indian agriculture?

Q10: Why did British colonialism in India result in the decline of certain industries and cities?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the positive and negative consequences of the use of English language in India during colonialism.

Q2: Describe the impact of British industrialization on historic urban areas in India and the emergence of new colonial cities.

Q3: Discuss the use of coercion and fraud by Assamese tea planters in India's tea industry during colonial rule.

Q4: How did the Swadeshi movement in India address economic exploitation during colonial rule?

Q5: Explain the relationship between capitalism and colonialism and its impact on colonized areas like India.

Q6: Analyze the factors that motivated people to move from rural to urban areas in independent India.

Q7: How did conflicts between immigrants and locals arise in urban areas, and what were their causes?

Q8: Discuss the unintended effects of colonialism as discussed in Indian sociological writings.

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