UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank Modern History & Indian National Movement - II

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    Consider the following statements about Indian Economy during 18th century:
    1. India was a large-scale manufacturer of mineral and metallic products.
    2. Ship-building industry was underdeveloped and ships were purchased from other countries.
    3. The emergence of new courts and local nobility led to the emergence of new cities like Lucknow, Patna etc.
    4. Expansion of sea trade and foreign companies also assisted it.
    Which of the statements given above are correct?

    A)  2, 3 and 4 only 

    B)  3 and 4 only

    C)  1, 3 and 4 only

    D)  1, 2, 3 and 4

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     Ship-building industry was well developed in India during 18 century and even the European companies also bought many Indian-made ships for their use.


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