NCERT Solutions for Class 8 Social Science
History Chapter 5 When People Rebel 1857 and After
Question 2 Page No. 63
NCERT Academic Session 2023-2024
What did the British do to protect the interests of those who converted to Christianity?
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British Protection of Christian Converts’ Interests
1. Legal Safeguards: Implemented laws ensuring property inheritance rights for converts to Christianity, offering legal protection.
2. Educational Opportunities: Established Christian-run educational institutions providing education, vocational training, and social upliftment for converts.
3. Social Support: Christian churches and missionary societies offered social support networks, providing shelter, healthcare, and assistance to the marginalized.
4. Reforms Against Harmful Practices: Introduced reforms like the abolition of Sati, protecting converts from harmful customs prevalent in Indian society.
5. Promotion of Western Values: Through missionary efforts and education, promoted Western values and ethics among converts, aiming for social integration.
These measures aimed to safeguard the rights and welfare of Christian converts, though they sparked debates about cultural assimilation and the influence of Westernization on traditional Indian values.