Question

What did the British 'trade surplus' mean during the British rule with respect to India?

• A. The value of the British exports was relatively higher
• B. The value of the British imports was relatively higher
• C. The value of the Indian exports to England was more or less balanced
• D. The value of the Indian imports was more or less balanced

Answer 1

The correct option is A The value of the British exports was relatively higher

Because the value of the British exports was higher than the British imports, the trade surplus was in favour of Britain.