Question

Which among the following function(s) was/were performed by the guilds in medieval Europe?

• A. Reduced working hours of workers.
• B. Protection of people from attacks.
• C. Decided products' prices and quality standards.
• D. Distribution of work among the workers.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The correct options are
A Reduced working hours of workers.
C Decided products' prices and quality standards.
D Distribution of work among the workers.

The guilds were associations of traders, blacksmiths, goldsmiths, carpenters, leather workers, etc. They were responsible for improving the quality of products as well as decide their prices. They also redistributed the work among the workers in a fairer manner, thereby reducing their work hours.