Multiple choice The primary purpose of nationalization of important industries in India was to remove the evils of private ownership and under into Socialistic Society to bridge the gap between the rich and poor to promote the growth of a sound economy to liberate the poor from exploitation Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Nationalization was a key policy tool in India to reduce the concentration of economic power in private hands and move toward a socialistic pattern of society, as envisioned in the Directive Principles.