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The 'Drain of Wealth' theory, popularized by early nationalists, referred to the unilateral transfer of wealth from India to Britain. Which of the following was NOT a component of this drain?
A. 'Home Charges' paying for the India Office in London and British officials' pensions.
B. Dividends paid to British investors of the East India Company.
C. Remittances sent by British officers back to their families in England.
D. Massive investments by the British Crown into Indian higher education and indigenous industries.
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