History & Civics
Discuss various factors which led to the rise of imperialism.
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The factors which led to the rise of imperialism are given below:
- Surplus Production – European industries produced more goods than could be sold locally, prompting colonies as new markets.
- Need for Raw Materials – Colonies supplied raw materials for European industries.
- Modern Transportation & Communication – Steamships, railways, telegraphs, and posts made it easier to conquer and control colonies.
- Population Pressure – Rapid population growth in Europe created a need for new territories to settle surplus population.
- Industrial Capitalism – Merchants, traders, and bankers sought new markets and investment opportunities.
- Christian Missionaries – Spread of Christianity supported imperial expansion.
- Geographical Explorations – Discoveries of new lands in Asia, Africa, and America facilitated imperialism.
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