Question

Britain was able to maintain colonial rule over India for nearly 200 years. What contributed to this?

A.
Many Indians in rural areas favored British rule as it provided many economic opportunities.

B.
British authorities exploited tensions between religious and ethnic groups to prevent the Indian people from uniting.

C.
Concern over a French invasion led the upper class to favor the protection of remaining under the empire's rule.

D.
The political system introduced by the British was embraced by the Muslim population of India.

Activity 2 of 2
Part B:
What information would best support the answer in Part A?

A.
an economic map of India

B.
a cultural map of India

C.
a physical map of India

D.
a political map of India

Answer 1

For Part A, the answer that best explains what contributed to Britain's ability to maintain colonial rule over India for nearly 200 years is:

**B. British authorities exploited tensions between religious and ethnic groups to prevent the Indian people from uniting.**

This answer reflects the strategy of "divide and rule" that the British employed to keep various groups in India from collectively opposing colonial rule.

For Part B, the information that would best support the answer in Part A is:

**D. a political map of India.**

A political map would illustrate the different regions and the political divisions within India, showcasing how the British manipulated these divisions to maintain control and prevent unity among the diverse groups.