Who among the following leaders did not believe in the drain theory of Dadabhai Naoroji?
✓ Correct answer: d) Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
ExplanationThe Drain Theory was propounded by Dadabhai Naoroji arguing that the British colonial rule in India resulted in the economic drain of wealth from India to Britain.Naoroji contested that a significant portion of India’s resources, including revenue and raw materials, were being transferred to Britain without equivalent returns.Sir Syed Ahmed Khan had a moderate approach and believed that British Rule could benefit India particularly in terms of education and infrastructure.He advocated for cooperation with the British and emphasized the need for Indian Muslims to adopt Western education and progress within the colonial framework.Supporters of the Drain Theory were Dadabhai Naoroji,R.C.Dutt, M.G. Ranade etc.14. DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATION 232
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