Q. There was a change in the colonial policy of governance in the 1820s. It was believed that human nature could be transformed by
1. Education
2. Free trade
3. Execution of Laws Choose the code for correct statements:
(a) only 1
(b) 1 & 3
(c) only 3
(d) 1, 2, & 3
Explanation: The correct answer is (d) 1, 2, & 3.
The change in colonial policy of governance in the 1820s included the belief that human nature could be transformed through various means. The correct statements are:
1. Education: It was believed that providing education to the local population would lead to the transformation of their beliefs, values, and behavior.
2. Free trade: The promotion of free trade was seen as a way to introduce economic reforms and encourage progress, which could potentially lead to the transformation of society.
3. Execution of laws: The enforcement and execution of laws were considered important in maintaining order, ensuring justice, and facilitating social transformation.
Therefore, all three statements are correct, and the correct code is (d) 1, 2, & 3.
