Question

21. Explain the economic and political situation created in India during First World War?​

Answer 1

Answer:

The First World War created a new political and economic situation in India. (i) It led to huge increase in defense expenditure, Custom duties were raised,income tax was introduced to finance the war. (ii) Villagers were called upon to supply soldiers, forced recruitment in rural areas caused widespread resentment.

Answer 2

Required Answer:

☑The First World War created a new political and economic situation in India.

(i) It led to huge increase in defense expenditure, Custom duties were raised,income tax was introduced to finance the war.

(ii) Villagers were called upon to supply soldiers, forced recruitment in rural areas caused widespread resentment.