Indian Weavers, Iron Smelters & Factory Owners

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Class 8

History - Chapter 7

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Indian Weavers, Iron Smelters & Factory Owners - Mock Test

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1

What was the main reason for the decline of Indian textiles in the 19th century?

A) Lack of skilled weavers B) British policies and machine-made cloth C) Poor quality of Indian cotton D) Decreased demand for Indian textiles

2

Which Indian textile was known as 'Muslin' in European markets?

A) Coarse cotton cloth B) Fine cotton cloth from Bengal C) Silk fabric from South India D) Woolen shawls from Kashmir

3

What was the significance of the Wootz steel in India?

A) It was used to build railways B) It was a high-quality steel used for swords C) It was exported to China in large quantities D) It was invented by the British in India

4

Which community was traditionally associated with weaving in India?

A) Julahas B) Agarias C) Tantis D) Both A and C

5

What was the impact of the Industrial Revolution on Indian weavers?

A) It improved their economic condition B) It had no significant impact C) It led to their decline and unemployment D) It made them more prosperous

6

Where was the first iron and steel plant in India established?

A) Jamshedpur B) Kulti C) Mumbai D) Chennai

7

What was the main reason for the decline of Indian iron smelting?

A) Lack of iron ore B) High taxes and forest laws C) Competition from British iron D) All of the above

8

Which Indian industrialist established the first iron and steel plant in Jamshedpur?

A) Jamsetji Tata B) G.D. Birla C) J.R.D. Tata D) Dhirubhai Ambani

9

What was the 'Calico Act' of 1720?

A) A law banning Indian textiles in England B) A law promoting Indian textiles in England C) A law regulating cotton cultivation in India D) A law establishing textile mills in India

10

Which of the following was NOT a type of Indian textile that was popular in international markets?

A) Chintz B) Bandanna C) Calico D) Denim

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