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The worst famine in India under the British rule occurred during
A)
1860-1861
B)
1876-1878
C)
1896-1897
D)
1899-1900

Correct Answer : Option (B) - 1876-1878



The British had a ruthless economic agenda when it came to operating in India and that did not include empathy for native citizens. Under the British Raj, India suffered countless famines. But the worst hit was Bengal. The first of these was in 1770, followed by severe ones in 1783, 1866, 1873, 1892, 1897 and lastly 1943-44 etc,.

Published On : June 22, 2021
Category : Indian History
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