Question

Discuss the importance of surveys as a source to learn about british rule in infia​

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Answer:

The British believed that a country should be known in a better way to rule it in a better way. Detailed surveys were conducted in the 19th century to map the country. Revenue surveys were conducted in villages. Surveys were also conducted about flora and fauna. Census was conducted to collect data about caste and religious composition of the Indian population.