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The Industrial Revolution
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In which country did the Industrial Revolution being first? How did it affect the living and working conditions of the working class in the beginning?

Answer

The Industrial Revolution began first of all in England.


Effects of Industrial Revolution on the Working Class:
(i) The workers had to work in the factories, which were poorly ventilated, poorly lighted and were extremely unhealthy. They had to work for 16 hours a day without any break.

(ii) Most of the factories were located in dirty and unhealthy places so they caused many diseases to the workers.


(iii) The workers were very low paid and it was difficult for them to make their both ends meet.

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