INDIAN HISTORY

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In which book did, Dadabhai Nauroji presents his ‘Drain of wealth theory’?
A
Poverty and un-British rule in India
B
Economic problems of India ‘
C
British Rule and its consequences
D
None of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In 1867, Dadabhai Naoroji put forward the ‘drain of wealth’ theory in which he stated that the Britain was completely draining India. He mentioned this theory in his book Poverty and Un-British Rule in India.

Detailed explanation-2: -Dadabhai’s studies/ work was generally focused on the draining of wealth from India during the rule of the British in his book Poverty and Un-British Rule in India. So, the correct answer is Option d. Poverty and Un-British Rule in India.

Detailed explanation-3: -Dadabhai Naoroji wrote the book called “Poverty and Un-British Rule in India” where he criticised the economic impact of the British rule.

Detailed explanation-4: -Poverty and Un-British Rule in India (1901) is the book published by Dadabhai Naoroji which explained “Drain Theory”. The work even provides significant information on the poverty estimation in India based on the observations Dadabhai Naoroji made in jail among the inmates based on their consumption patterns.

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