Though the basic intention of the British government was not the development of Indian economy, it left some beneficial effects.
The positive contribution of the British rule are noted below
1. Development of means of transport especially railways and communication
2. Political and economic unification of the country
3. Evolution of banking and monetary system
4. Stability, peace, and order
5. Emergence of market economy
6. Introduction of new system of education
7. Establishment of civil laws and courts
