Which British policy aimed at the upliftment of Indian artisans and laborers but was often criticized for its exploitative nature?

Quiz Options

• Reforms in judicial system
• Introduction of modern education
• Commercialization of agriculture
• Encouragement of cottage industries

Explanation & Context

While some reforms aimed at artisans, British policies generally led to deindustrialization. The encouragement of certain cottage industries was often to serve British raw material needs or limited markets.