Madras Presidency States
The Madras Presidency comprised areas of which present-day states?
- Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Rajasthan
- Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Karnataka — Correct Answer
- West Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha
- Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The Madras Presidency comprised areas of present-day Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Karnataka.
Key Points:
- Along with Bombay and Bengal, it witnessed declining agricultural dependence.
- These regions saw increase in manufacturing and services.
- Contrast with Orissa, Rajasthan, Punjab where agricultural dependence increased.
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