GK Question

history medium mcq

The 'Drain of Wealth' theory was propounded by:

  1. Dadabhai Naoroji
  2. R.C. Dutt
  3. M.G. Ranade
  4. Gopal Krishna Gokhale

Answer: Dadabhai Naoroji

Dadabhai Naoroji propounded the 'Drain of Wealth' theory in his book 'Poverty and Un-British Rule in India' (1901), arguing that Britain systematically drained India's resources, causing poverty. [[30]]

Topic Economic Impact of British Rule
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, Banking