Jute Mills in Colonial India
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Question (English)
Jute mills during the colonial period were mainly concentrated in which region and dominated by whom?
- Bengal — dominated by Indians
- Bengal — dominated by foreigners ✓ Correct
- Maharashtra — dominated by foreigners
- Gujarat — dominated by Indians
Explanation:
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Jute mills were mainly concentrated in Bengal and dominated by foreigners (British).
Industrial Distribution in Colonial India:
- Cotton textile mills: Western India → dominated by Indians
- Jute mills: Bengal → dominated by foreigners
- Iron & Steel: TISCO incorporated in 1907
- Sugar, cement, paper came up after World War II
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