Question

British colonialists introduced a new system of education in India chiefly because they wanted to ______________________.

• A. create a class of office workers for the company
• B. promote the work of Christian missionaries
• C. create an awareness of scientific and technical developments
• D. generate the capacity for self-government

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

create a class of office workers for the company

The East India company wanted some educated Indians who could assist them in the administration of the land as office workers. Also, they wanted to understand the local customs and laws well. Hence, Option A is correct. The rest of the options are the effects of the introduction of new form of education. The British colonialists primary motive was to gain wealth, they did not anticipate these impacts, hence, these options are incorrect.