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Weavers, Iron Smelters and Factory Owners — Social Studies STD 8 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8Social StudiesWeavers, Iron Smelters and Factory Owners2 Marks
Question
Why was the Wootz steel making process completely lost by the mid-19th century?
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Answer

There are two reasons for it:
  1. The sword and armour making industry died with the conquest of India by the British.
  2. Imports of iron and steel from England displaced the iron and steel produced by craftsmen in India.

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