How did British rule hamper the development of the modern industries in India?

British rule significantly hampered the development of modern industries in India by prioritizing the extraction of raw materials for British industries over local manufacturing. This led to the deindustrialization of traditional sectors, as Indian artisans and craftspeople were unable to compete with cheaper British imports. Additionally, the British imposed tariffs and policies that favored British goods, stifling the growth of indigenous industries and restricting access to capital and technology necessary for industrialization. Consequently, India remained primarily agrarian and dependent on British economic interests.