Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Introducing Indian Society

Question:

Which of the following is NOT true about colonialism?

Options:

Shaped collective consciousness

Brought about modernisation

Gave birth to Nationalism

None of the above

Correct Answer:

None of the above

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4: None of the above

(A) Shaped collective consciousness — True. Colonial rule influenced how people perceived their identity, culture, and society, leading to changes in collective thinking.

(B) Brought about modernisation — True. Colonialism introduced modern infrastructure, education, and administrative systems, though often for its own benefit.

(C) Gave birth to Nationalism — True. Colonial exploitation led to unity among people and the emergence of nationalist movements against foreign rule.

Since all the given statements are true, none of them is incorrect, hence Option (4) is correct.