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Question
The Industrial Revolution marked a change from handwork to machine work and from the domestic system of production to a factory system of production. In this context, discuss the role of the following factor in ushering in the Industrial Revolution.
Improved Transportation
Solution
Improved Transportation supported the distribution of goods freely to the distant market all over the world.
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Answer the following question:
Give reasons why did the Industrial Revolution first begin in England?
Mention any two effects of the Industrial Revolution on the general public.
What were the two factors that led to an increase in demand for British goods?
Name the first warship built of iron plates in England.
Industrial Revolution changed the lives of ordinary people. In this context, answer the following question.
How did the urbanisation take place during the Renaissance period?
The Industrial Revolution changed the face of life in England. Describe the course of revolution under the following head:
Revolution in Textile Industry.
The big machine in England went on advancing and became more sophisticated with passing day. In this context, describe the following:
Improved Steam-Engine.
Industrial Revolution might have been helpful in some ways, it also caused problems in other ways. Discuss its disadvantages under the following head:
Evils of Capitalist Economy.
State your opinion.
Industrial Revolution left impacts on India as well.
