12th Class Economics Indian Economy On The Eve Of Independence Question Bank MCQs - Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence

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    The reason for the Great Bengal Famine of 1943-44 as per Amartya Sen was

    A) Depression preceding the World War II

    B) District barriers of procurement, speculation and hoarding

    C) All time low level of rice production

    D) Cyclone that destroyed the autumn crop

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Provincial and district barriers (cordons), speculation and hoarding were the main factors responsible for the spectacular rise in prices and resulting in shortages.


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