Q. With reference to the 'Drain of Wealth' theory in colonial India, consider the following statements:- The 'Drain of Wealth' theory was first articulated by Dadabhai Naoroji.
- The economic impact of the 'Drain of Wealth' was primarily limited to the agricultural sector of India.
- The concept of 'Drain of Wealth' is closely associated with the British East India Company's policies in India.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer:
Only two
Notes: Statement 1 is correct: Dadabhai Naoroji first articulated the 'Drain of Wealth' theory in his work "Poverty and Un-British Rule in India." Statement 2 is incorrect: The economic impact was widespread, not limited to agriculture. Statement 3 is correct: The British East India Company's policies contributed significantly to the drain of wealth from India.