Weavers, Iron Smelters and Factory Owners

Question

Who were the weavers? Mention the name of the communities famous for weaving.

Answer

Weavers often belonged to communities that specialised in weaving. Their skills were passed on from one generation to the next.

The communities famous for weaving includes:

(i) The Tanti weavers of Bengal.

(ii) The Julahas or Momin weavers of north India.

(iii) Sale and Kaikollar and Devangs of South India.

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