Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence

Question:

Which of the following was introduced by the Britishers primarily for maintaining law and order in India during the colonial era?

Options:

Railways

Postal Services

Electric Telegraph System

All of the above

Correct Answer:

Electric Telegraph System

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3: Electric Telegraph System

The Electric Telegraph System was introduced by the British primarily for maintaining law and order in India during the colonial era. It was used for rapid communication, which was crucial for managing administrative and security concerns across the vast and diverse territories of British India. Railways, postal services, and other infrastructure developments, while important, were not specifically introduced for law and order purposes.