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British rule in India left deep scars. Three of the most devastating policies were:
Focus on Cash Crops: The British prioritized cash crops like indigo and cotton for export, forcing farmers to abandon food crops. This, combined with unequal food distribution, led to horrific famines that killed millions.
Resource Drain: Taxes and unfair trade practices bled India’s wealth. Indian goods were heavily taxed and often sold back at inflated prices. This “drain” funded British growth while impoverishing India.
Deindustrialization: Once a thriving manufacturing hub, India’s industries were crippled by British policies. Cheap British imports flooded the market, destroying local industries and leaving Indians with fewer jobs and skills.