Question

What were the peculiar features of Indian industrial growth during the 19th century?

Answer 1

During the 19th century, the Indian industrial growth flourished.
1. The first cotton mill in Bombay came up in 1854.
2. By 1862, four mills were at work with 94000 spindles and 2150 looms.
3. By 1885, Jute mills came up in Bengal.
4. By 1874, the first spinning and weaving mills in Madras began production.
5. Demand of the workers increased with the increase in the number of factories.