In 1901 who has published the book 'Poverty and Un-British Rule in India'?

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  1. Dadabhai Naoroji
  2. S. N. Banerjee
  3. R. C. Dutt
  4. Phirozshah Mehta

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Option 1 : Dadabhai Naoroji
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The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

  • Dadabhai Naoroji, often referred to as the Grand Old Man of India, published the book "Poverty and Un-British Rule in India" in 1901. Hence option 1 is the correct answer. 
  • The book highlighted the economic exploitation of India under British rule, particularly focusing on the drain of wealth theory.
  • He argued that British policies were causing widespread poverty in India, with Indian wealth being drained to Britain.

Additional Information

  • S. N. Banerjee: Known for his contributions to Indian nationalism and his book "A Nation in Making
  • R. C. Dutt: Authored works such as "The Economic History of India"
  • Phirozshah Mehta: A prominent Indian nationalist leader and politician.
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