6. Which European company controlled the trade in spices and other valuable commodities in the Indian Ocean during the 18th century?
a) Dutch East India Company
b) British East India Company
c) French East India Company
d) Portuguese East India Company
7. The 18th century witnessed the emergence of various regional states known as:
a) Zamindars
b) Sultans
c) Rajputs
d) Nawabs
8. Which agricultural product was commonly known as “white gold” and a major cash crop during the 18th century?
a) Indigo
b) Cotton
c) Opium
d) Sugarcane
9. Who were the dominant trading partners of India during the 18th century?
a) China and Persia
b) Egypt and Rome
c) Japan and Africa
d) Australia and America
10. Which industry faced a decline in India due to the British East India Company’s economic policies?
a) Shipbuilding
b) Textile
c) Agriculture
d) Mining
