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Economics · 2026 · 4 marks
CBSE 2026 · Region 4 · Set 2 · Q32
(a) (i) Explain any two social development indicators prevailing during the colonial period. (ii) Define Tariffs.
(a)(i)
Explain any two social development indicators prevailing during the colonial period.
(ii)
Define Tariffs.
OR
(b)
“In the post-independence era, India adopted a protective tariff policy.”
Do you agree with the given statement ? Justify your answer with any two valid arguments.
Marking-scheme solution
(i)
Two social development indicators prevailing during British rule were:
Owing to the lack of educational development and limited access to education among people, the overall literacy rate was very low, with even lower female literacy.
The mortality rate was very high due to poor health facilities and widespread diseases. Infant mortality was quiet alarming.
(ii)
Tariffs are taxes which are imposed on imported goods.
Yes. In the post-independence era, India adopted a protective tariff policy to:
promote domestic production by substituting imports with locally produced goods.
safeguard emerging industries from intense foreign competition, allowing them to grow and develop sustainably.
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