How did colonialism contribute to economic disparities in colonized nations, impacting social justice?

Colonialism created significant economic disparities in colonized nations by extracting resources and wealth for the benefit of the colonizers. When European powers took control of countries, they often focused on exporting valuable resources like gold, spices, and rubber, leaving local economies dependent on these exports. This meant that while the colonizers became rich, the local populations often remained poor and had limited access to education, land, or jobs. For example, in countries like India, British colonization disrupted local industries and forced farmers to grow cash crops instead of food, leading to poverty and hunger. As a result, the social justice of these nations suffered because the wealth was concentrated in the hands of a few, leading to long-lasting inequalities that still affect these societies today.