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effects of great depression on indian economy |
| Answer» Ans. 1. The economy depression immediately affected Indian Trade, as India’s exportsandimports nearly halved between 1928-19342. Agriculture prices fell sharply, but the colonial government refused to reducerevenues.Peasants producing for the world markets were worst hit.3. Raw jute was produced, processed in the industries to make gunny bags. Itsexportscollapsed and prices fell by 60% peasants of Bengal fell into debt traps.4. Peasants used up their savings mortgaged lands and sold their precious jewelryto meettheir expanses. | |