Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence

Question:
What factor (s) contributed to the low level of agricultural productivity under colonial rule?
Options:
low levels of technology
lack of irrigation facilities
negligible use of fertilizers
All of the above
Correct Answer:
All of the above
Explanation:
Besides the exploitation of farmers by Zamindars, low levels of technology, lack of irrigation facilities and negligible use of fertilisers, all added up to aggravate the plight of the farmers and contributed to the dismal level of agricultural productivity.