During the 19th century, India experienced a process of deindustrialisation, particularly in its traditional handicraft industries. This was largely due to colonial policies that favoured British manufactured goods and raw material extraction from India. The cotton textile industry, which was historically one of India's largest and most important sectors, was arguably the most severely affected. The influx of cheap, machine-made textiles from Britain devastated the indigenous handloom industry, leading to mass unemployment and impoverishment among weavers and artisans.
Which of the following industries was most affected by the ‘deindustrialisation’ of India in the 19th century?
Asked in UPSC CDS 1 2024 · Topic: Economic Impact of British Rule on India (De-industrialization and Ruin of Traditional Indian Handicrafts)
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