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Do Indians still believe that they were rich before British misrule in India? Why?
Is this belief accurate? Did India really have a thriving economy before the British arrived?
Yes, India was known as the 'golden bird' before the British arrived, and its economy was one of the largest in the world at the time. India had a rich and diverse economy that was based on agriculture, trade, and commerce. It was known for its textiles, spices, and other goods that were highly sought after in the world market. However, it should be noted that India's economy was not equally prosperous throughout the country, and there were pockets of poverty and underdevelopment even before the British arrived.