Question

Which among the following were the consequences of the emergence of the new middle class in Britain post the industrial revolution?

• A. There was a general expansion in commercial activity through domestic manufacturing and trade.
• B. Increased production heightened demands on the transportation system leading to development of railways and roadways.
• C. The economic changes had massive social consequences as the autonomy of the work increased.
• D. The economic disparities between Europe's class divisions resulted in political protests against the aristocracy for more rights.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The economic disparities between Europe's class divisions resulted in political protests against the aristocracy for more rights.

The industrial revolution led to the emergence of two new classes: the working class and the new middle class. Increase in economic activity led to the decline in the autonomy of work. People worked for longer hours braving the hazards of unprotected machinery. The shift in work context had important socio-economic implications. The economic disparities between Europe's class divisions led to protests against the aristocracy. The tensions between Europe's class divisions signalled the formation of a new economic order.