Single Answer MCQ
Q-00044905

What was the economic impact of the First World War on India?

1

Reduction in taxes

2

Rise in defense expenditure

3

Increased export of goods

4

Improvement in agricultural productivity

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. Rise in defense expenditure

Solution:

The war caused a significant rise in defense expenditure financed by increased taxes, leading to economic strain on the Indian population.

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