Question : What was the impact of the East India Company's revenue settlements on rural society?
 

Option 1: Stabilization of the rural economy
 

Option 2: Increased agricultural productivity
 

Option 3: Displacement of traditional landholders
 

Option 4: Improved living standards for peasants

Question : The transition in class structure in post-independence India is characterized by:  
  

Option 1: The disappearance of caste-based inequalities  
 

Option 2: The consolidation of feudal structures  
 

Option 3: The rise of a diverse middle class  

Option 4: The decline of the agricultural sector

Question : Which of the following was NOT an objective of land reforms in India?  
 

Option 1: Abolition of intermediaries  
 

Option 2: Tenancy reforms  
 

Option 3: Consolidation of land holdings  

Option 4: Privatization of agricultural land  

Question : A key feature of economic liberalization in India was:  
 

Option 1: Strengthening of public sector monopolies  
 

Option 2: Deregulation and privatization  
 

Option 3: Increased emphasis on agricultural subsidies  

Option 4: Closure of foreign companies  

Question : Which of the following was a major challenge faced during the implementation of land reforms in India?  
 

Option 1: Lack of political will  
 

Option 2: High agricultural productivity  
 

Option 3: Urbanization  

Option 4: Industrial growth