During British rule in India, ordinary citizens suffered heavily from famines due to neglect of local food needs by the British administration. Poor sanitation and crumbling infrastructure further exacerbated their struggles, making access to food and health services increasingly difficult. Overall, famines were one of the most devastating outcomes of colonial policies. ;
During British rule in India, famines were a major issue for ordinary citizens, largely due to neglect of local food needs by the British administration. These famines, exemplified by the Great Bengal Famine of 1943, caused millions of deaths and were worsened by poor sanitation, crumbling infrastructure, and inadequate transportation. Therefore, the chosen multiple-choice option is B. famines.
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