| With reference to the period of colonial rule in India, 'Home Charges' formed an important part of drain of wealth from India. Which of the following funds constituted 'Home Charges'? |
| 1. Funds used to support the India Office in London. |
| 2. Funds used to pay salaries and pensions of British personnel engaged in India. |
| 3. Funds used for waging wars outside India by the British. |
| Select the correct answer using the codes given below. |
A) Only 1
B) 1 and 2
C) 2 and 3
D) All of these
Correct Answer: D
Solution :
Exp. [d] All wars waged in defence of India was put under Home Charges. In fact, the suppression of the 1857 Revolt itself was put under the 'Home Charges'. Salaries and expenses regarding to Indian offices were of course put under 'Home Charges' to be paid by Indi Exp.
You need to login to perform this action.
You will be redirected in
3 sec
