Question

James Mill thought that all Asian societies were at a ________ level of civilization than Europe.

• A. Lower
• B. Equal
• C. Middle
• D. Upper

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Lower

James Mill, a Scottish historian, economist, political theorist and philosopher felt that the Indians and Asians were less civilized than the Europeans. He was of the opinion that only the Europeans could civilize them. He perceived people of India as superstitious and technologically less advanced. Also, he was disrespectful toward women.

Thus, the correct answer is A.