Imperialism On India Dbq Analysis

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In the 1740’s to 1914 the impact of imperialism on India was negative.India suffered a famine twice. The British did little to help the common people, therefore they suffered. Only the elite benefited from the greater efficiency of government which permitted a substantial reduction in the fiscal burden, and a bigger share of the national product was available for landlords, capitalists and the new professional classes, as stated in the Social impact article (Document D). India had a trade deficit because they imported more than they exported.
In Hume’s painting, as seen in document c, his drawing is of Indian famine victims waiting for relief from the British. It shows you how the common people were neglected. Also, in the drawing, the British