Question : What was the primary purpose of British official investigations into rural societies in India?
Option 1: To promote social welfare
Option 2: To understand local customs
Option 3: To document biodiversity
Option 4: To facilitate colonial administration
Correct Answer: To facilitate colonial administration
Solution : The primary purpose of British official investigations into rural societies in India was to facilitate colonial administration by gathering information that would help in the effective control and exploitation of the rural population and resources.