Which option includes both political and economic motives of imperialism?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Expanding spheres of influence and controlling raw materials
Imperialism generally involved both political domination and economic advantage. Expanding a sphere of influence strengthened a country’s strategic and diplomatic power, while controlling raw materials supported industries and trade. Option A therefore contains one political motive and one economic motive. Options B and C describe limited cultural or social activities, and D contradicts imperial control because imperialism usually imposed or defended boundaries and authority.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Expanding spheres of influence and controlling raw materials
Why is this the correct answer?
Imperialism generally involved both political domination and economic advantage. Expanding a sphere of influence strengthened a country’s strategic and diplomatic power, while controlling raw materials supported industries and trade. Option A therefore contains one political motive and one economic motive. Options B and C describe limited cultural or social activities, and D contradicts imperial control because imperialism usually imposed or defended boundaries and authority.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Social Science question. Chapter: The Age of Industrialisation. Topic: Nationalism and Imperialism.
