Question

During the British rule, India’s foreign trade had various features except _________ .

• A. [(A)] Restrictive policies of commodity production, trade, and tariff
• B. [(B)] British monopoly over India’s exports and imports
• C. [(C)] Free trade from India to the rest of the world
• D. [(D)] Large export surplus

Hint:

Under British rule, India's trade was restrictive, controlled by the British, and not free for global markets.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

During British rule, India’s foreign trade was characterized by restrictive policies, with the British monopolizing exports and imports. There was no free trade as British policies aimed at serving their own industrial interests. India’s export surplus was achieved at the cost of domestic welfare, as the proceeds were often used to meet British administrative and war expenses.