Resource and Colonisation


 
 
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Resource and Colonisation

Resource exploitation played a pivotal role in the process of colonization, as foreign powers sought to capitalize on the abundant natural wealth of colonies for their own economic gain. The allure of rich resources, such as minerals, spices, timber, and agricultural products, motivated foreign invaders to establish control over territories across the globe. India, renowned for its vast reserves of spices, textiles, and precious minerals, became a prime target for colonization by European powers, notably the British.

Colonial powers, lacking sufficient resources within their own territories, sought to extract and exploit the abundant resources of colonies to fuel their industrial economies and enhance their global dominance. This exploitation often led to the depletion and degradation of natural resources in colonized regions, as indigenous populations were subjected to forced labor and environmental degradation.

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Question : 1

The discovery of vast oil reserves in the Middle East in the early 20th century transformed the region and attracted the interest of colonial powers like _______________________.

Right Option : A
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Question : 2

The Belgian colonization of the Congo Free State was driven by the desire to exploit the region's vast natural resources, particularly ______________.

Right Option : C
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Question : 3

European powers, including the Dutch and the Portuguese, colonized various islands in ___________________ to control the lucrative spice trade. 

Right Option : B
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