Class 11 Economics - Indian Economic Development - Chapter Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence NCERT Solutions | Which is regarded as the defining year t

 Indicate the volume and direction of trade at the time of independence.

Critically appraise some of the shortfalls of the industrial policy pursued by the British colonial administration.

What do you understand by the drain of Indian wealth during the colonial period?

When was India’s first official census operation undertaken?

Name some notable economists who estimated India’s per capita income during the colonial period?

Name some modern industries which were in operation in our country at the time of independence?

Highlight the salient features of India’s pre-independence occupational structure.

What were the main causes of India’s agricultural stagnation during the colonial period?

The traditional handicrafts industries were ruined under the British rule. Do you agree with this view? Give reasons in support of your answer.

 Give a quantitative appraisal of India’s demographic profile during the colonial period.

What are the two major sources of human capital in a country?

What do you mean by rural development? Bring out the key issues in rural development.

Define a plan?

Who is a worker?

Explain the term ‘infrastructure’.

What is meant by environment?

Why are regional and economic groupings formed?

Why were reforms introduced in India?

Why calorie-based norm is not adequate to identify the poor?

What are the indicators of educational achievement in a country?

What is the Green Revolution? Why was it implemented and how did Does it benefit the farmers? Explain in brief.

Bring out the need for on-the-job-training for a person.

In your view, is it essential for the government to regulate the fee structure in education and health care institutions? If so, why?

Discuss the following as a source of human capital formation
(i) Health infrastructure
(ii) Expenditure on migration.

Education is considered to be an important input for the development of a nation. How?

How has women’s health become a matter of great concern?

Why are less women found in regular salaried employment?

Explain how import substitution can protect domestic industry.

Who is a casual wage labourer?

Explain the role of micro-credit in meeting credit requirements of the poor.