Question

What contributed to industrialisation in the colonial period?

• A. Setting up of power loom weaving clusters
• B. Introduction of extensive cotton cultivation
• C. Incentives such as cheap land, tax concessions, and subsidised power
• D. Introduction of electricity from hydro-electric power

Answer 1

The correct option is B Introduction of extensive cotton cultivation

Two factors contributed to the process of industrialisation during the colonial period.

Firstly, the introduction of cotton cultivation in western and southern Tamil Nadu led to the emergence of a large-scale textile sector in these parts.

Secondly, an increase in trade during this period led to industrial development around Chennai and Tuticorin.