History & Civics
Consider the statements given below and choose the correct answer.
Statement I: The introduction of western education was also viewed as an attack on the Indian social and religious customs.
Statement II: India's wealth was used to expand British trade and maintain their huge administrative staff in India.
- Statement (I) is correct and statement (II) is incorrect.
- Statement (I) is incorrect and statement (II) is correct.
- Both statements (I) and (II) are incorrect.
- Both statements (I) and (II) are correct.
Revolt 1857
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Both statements (I) and (II) are correct.
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