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The Making of the National Movement: 1870s--1947 — Social Studies STD 8 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8Social StudiesThe Making of the National Movement: 1870s--19472 Marks
Question
Mention the economic issues raised by the early Congress.
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Answer

The economic issues were-
  1. British rule had led to poverty and famines.
  2. Shortage of food because exports of grains to Europe.
  3. Reduction of Revenue.
  4. Cut in Military expenditure.
  5. More funds for irrigation.
  6. Abolition of Salt tax.

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