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Cricket in 19th century India was linked to __________.


A
Politics of colonialism
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Politics of nationalism
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Civilising mission of the British
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D
Colonialism and nationalism
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Solution

The correct option is D Colonialism and nationalism
Cricket has its origins in England which have colonized India for almost 200 years. During these years British influenced Indians in many ways and one of them is cricket. Cricket was brought to India by the British rulers. In the beginning, the game was played amongst the British nationals. Later it struck deep roots in the Indian soil as a result of the patronage extended to it by the ruling class and the princely households. Cricket also gave rise to nationalistic feelings as Indians were not allowed to play autonomously and were a part of the team of the Great Britain.

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