Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence

Question:

Which of the following is the feature of Indian agriculture at the eve of Independence?

Options:

High productivity

Loss due to huge cost involved

Technological advancement

Collective landholdings

Correct Answer:

Loss due to huge cost involved

Explanation:

As there was no technological advancement seen during the colonial era the cost of producing crops was high. The Britishers didn't bother to put in money in order to increase the productivity and efficiency of the agriculture sector.