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Topic Economic drain theory
Asked 2 times in CSE, peaking in 2012.
Key insights
- Most tested in CSE — 2 of 2 PYQs
- Most asked in 2012
- Recurs across 1 years (2012–2012)
Across exams
CSE · 2How the concept evolved
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CSE2012
Consider the following statements : The most effective contribution made by Dadabhai Naoroji to the cause of Indian National Movement was that he
- exposed the economic exploitation of India by the British
- interpreted the ancient Indian texts and restored the self-confidence of Indians
- stressed the need for eradication of all the social evils before anything else
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A 1 only ✓
- B 2 and 3 only
- C 1 and 3 only
- D 1, 2 and 3
✓ Correct answer: (A)
History › Freedom Struggle (1857–1947)
CSE
The most effective contribution made by Dadabhai Naoroji to the cause of Indian National Movement was that he
- A Brought the problems oflndians to the notice of the British.
- B Exposed the economic exploitation of India by the British. ✓
- C Interpreted the ancient Indian texts and restored the self-confidence oflndians.
- D Stressed the need for eradication of all the social evils before anything else.
✓ Correct answer: (B)
History › Freedom Struggle (1857–1947)
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