For what purpose was the English factory at Surat established?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: For trade
In the language of early European companies, a factory was a trading post or commercial establishment, not a modern manufacturing plant. The Surat factory served as a base for storing goods, conducting transactions and managing trade. It was not founded for army training, agricultural experiments or education. Hence option A is correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
For trade
Why is this the correct answer?
In the language of early European companies, a factory was a trading post or commercial establishment, not a modern manufacturing plant. The Surat factory served as a base for storing goods, conducting transactions and managing trade. It was not founded for army training, agricultural experiments or education. Hence option A is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 History question. Chapter: Colonialism and the Countryside: Exploring Official Archives. Topic: Colonial rule in rural India.
