4. The Age of Industrialisation
The Age of Industrialisation explores the transformative impact of industrialisation starting from Britain to India, illustrating how technological progress and economic changes influenced society. It examines the evolution from proto-industrialisation to factory systems, highlighting the experiences of workers and the implications of colonialism on industrial growth. Key moments such as the rise of mechanised production and the decline of traditional crafts are examined, emphasizing the mixed legacy of industrialisation in terms of progress and societal challenges.
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What we have learnt
- Industrialisation initiated significant technological transformations and created a new labour force.
- Both Britain and India experienced distinct patterns of industrial growth influenced by local contexts and colonial policies.
- Technological advancements led to economic changes, but also resulted in societal challenges such as worker exploitation and decline of traditional industries.
Key Concepts
- -- Protoindustrialisation
- The phase of industrial growth before the establishment of factories, characterized by large-scale production for international markets in rural settings.
- -- Gomastha
- A paid intermediary appointed by the East India Company to supervise weavers, ensure quality control, and eliminate competition among traditional traders.
- -- Industrialisation
- The process by which an economy transforms from agrarian to industrial, marked by the growth of factories and a shift from hand production methods to mechanisation.
- -- Market Dynamics
- The forces that affect the demand and supply of goods, including advertising strategies employed by manufacturers to create consumer demand.
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