During colonial times, a newly emerging middle class particularly from two of the British Presidency regions moved as government employees and professionals like doctors and lawyers moved to different parts of the country. Which were these two regions?

Bengal and Madras

The correct answer is Option 2: Bengal and Madras.

During colonial rule, a newly emerging middle class, particularly from the British Presidency regions of Bengal and Madras, moved to different parts of the country as government employees and professionals such as doctors and lawyers.

NCERT: Colonialism also led to considerable movement of people. It led to movement of people from one part to another within India. A newly emerging middle class particularly from the British Presidency regions of Bengal and Madras moved as government employees and professionals like doctors and lawyers moved to different parts of the country.