Social and Economic Challenges at Independence

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At the time of independence, the social and economic challenges before India were described as:

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At the time of independence, the social and economic challenges before India were described as:

  1. Minimal and manageable
  2. Enormous ✓ Correct
  3. Already resolved by the British
  4. Non-existent
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The social and economic challenges before the country at independence were enormous.

Key Challenges:
  • Agriculture: Surplus labour and low productivity
  • Industry: Needed modernisation and diversification
  • Trade: Colonial orientation
  • Infrastructure: Needed expansion and public orientation
  • Poverty and unemployment: Rampant

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