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GS History Modern India
Q.

Which of the following is/are correct regarding the building of railways in India?

1. It led to promotion of Indian rural artisan industries

2. It was mainly funded by Indian investors

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

Explanation:
  • In the planning, construction and management of railways, the economic and political development of India and her people was not kept in the forefront. On the contrary, the primary consideration was to serve the economic, political and military interests of British imperialism in India. The needs of Indian industries regarding their markets and their sources of raw materials were neglected. This led to decline of Indian rural artisan industries.
  • Nearly the entire amount invested in railways was provided by British investors, Indian capital contributing only a negligible share to it.

Thus, Option D is Correct.

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