Which of the following can be termed as positive contributions of British rule choose the correct al...........

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Which of the following can be termed as positive contributions of British rule. ( choose the correct alternative)

Self sufficiency in food grain production

Better means of transport

Shift to monetary economy in India

All of the above

Explanation:

Let’s break it down:

- Self-sufficiency in food grain production: This one’s actually off. During British rule, India faced several famines, and food grain production wasn’t self-sufficient. The focus was more on cash crops for export.

- Better means of transport: Absolutely. The British did build railways, roads, and ports. Yes, they were made to serve colonial interests, but they did improve transport within India.

- Shift to monetary economy in India: Also true. The British introduced a unified currency system and banking structures, moving India more toward a monetary economy—a shift from traditional barter systems.

So here’s the thing: Not all of these count as positive contributions. Option 4—All of the above—isn’t fully accurate. The right answer is Option 2—Better means of transport.