Question : How did the presence of cantonments in colonial India influence urban development?
Option 1: They led to the growth of surrounding commercial areas
Option 2: They restricted the expansion of nearby cities
Option 3: They encouraged the development of agricultural lands
Option 4: They decreased the importance of traditional marketplaces
Correct Answer: They led to the growth of surrounding commercial areas
Solution : The presence of cantonments in colonial India often led to the growth of surrounding commercial areas to cater to the needs of the military personnel and their families, influencing urban development.