Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: International Trade

Question:

Which of the following countries did NOT emerge as major trade partners in the world during the 19th century ?

Options:

Europe

U.S.A.

Russia

Japan

Correct Answer:

Russia

Explanation:

Historically, the developing countries of the present used to export valuable goods and artefacts, etc., which were exported to European countries. During the nineteenth century there was a reversal in the direction of trade. European countries started exporting manufactured goods for exchange of foodstuffs and raw materials from their colonies. Europe and U.S.A. emerged as major trade partners in the world and were leaders in the trade of manufactured goods. Japan at that time was also the third important trading country.