Chapter 10 - Article #2 Flashcards
What was one of the primary reasons for the British restrictions on Indian textiles?
A) To encourage Indian artisans to adopt British textile techniques.
B) To secure a steady supply of raw cotton for British manufacturers.
C) To promote global free trade in textiles.
D) To preserve traditional Indian weaving methods.
B) To secure a steady supply of raw cotton for British manufacturers.
How did the Industrial Revolution in Britain influence policies against Indian textiles?
A) It led to a shortage of raw materials in India.
B) It increased competition for global trade dominance.
C) It prioritized mechanized textile production in Britain.
D) It reduced the demand for Indian cotton in Britain.
C) It prioritized mechanized textile production in Britain.
What protectionist measures did the British impose on Indian textiles?
A) Subsidies for Indian manufacturers.
B) Tariffs, taxes, and import duties on Indian textiles.
C) Free trade agreements with Indian producers.
D) Quotas limiting textile exports from Britain to India.
B) Tariffs, taxes, and import duties on Indian textiles.
How did protectionist policies benefit British textile manufacturers?
A) By encouraging Indian artisans to compete globally.
B) By ensuring British textile dominance in domestic and international markets.
C) By reducing the cost of Indian handloom products.
D) By fostering collaboration between British and Indian industries.
B) By ensuring British textile dominance in domestic and international markets.
What was one consequence of the British restrictions on Indian textiles?
A) Increased industrial growth in India.
B) A significant economic drain from India to Britain.
C) Enhanced cultural exchange between India and Britain.
D) Greater political autonomy for Indian artisans.
B) A significant economic drain from India to Britain.
How did the suppression of Indian textiles impact India’s economy?
A) It diversified India’s industrial base.
B) It perpetuated economic dependence on Britain.
C) It increased the export of finished goods from India.
D) It encouraged local communities to resist colonial rule.
B) It perpetuated economic dependence on Britain.
How did the British restrictions affect traditional Indian craftsmanship?
A) They led to a resurgence of Indian handloom weaving.
B) They undermined indigenous practices like handloom weaving.
C) They promoted collaboration between British and Indian artisans.
D) They introduced modern textile machinery in India.
B) They undermined indigenous practices like handloom weaving.
What was a political implication of restricting Indian textile production?
A) It reinforced British colonial dominance over Indian society.
B) It encouraged Indian merchants to engage in global trade.
C) It weakened the influence of British manufacturers in India.
D) It increased the autonomy of local Indian communities.
A) It reinforced British colonial dominance over Indian society.
What larger strategy was the ban on Indian textiles a part of?
A) Promoting cultural integration between Britain and India.
B) Subjugating India’s economy, culture, and society for British benefit.
C) Encouraging Indian independence through industrial growth.
D) Fostering technological collaboration between Britain and India.
B) Subjugating India’s economy, culture, and society for British benefit.
Why did the British prefer India to be a supplier of raw materials rather than finished textiles?
A) To support India’s industrial development.
B) To reduce production costs for British manufacturers.
C) To increase competition in the global textile market.
D) To ensure India’s economic independence.
B) To reduce production costs for British manufacturers.
