Question

What were the positive effects of imperialism?

• A. Roads, canals and railways were built in colonies
• B. Introduced improvements in medical care and sanitation
• C. Improved the self-sufficience of the rural society
• D. There were no positive effects of imperialism

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

The correct options are
A Roads, canals and railways were built in colonies
B Introduced improvements in medical care and sanitation

Imperialism paved way for modern technology and the industries set up even if it was for their own benefit helped in the development of the colonies. But it destroyed the self-sufficiency of the rural societies in India.