Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence

Question:

What was the average "Life expectancy" at the time of British rule?

Options:

32 years

54 years

64 years

67 years

Correct Answer:

32 years

Explanation:

Life expectancy is the average number of years for which a person is expected to live. It was as low as 32 during the colonial period. The reason was increased level of poverty, unemployment, poor health care etc.