Question
Describe the effects of Industrialisation on Transport.
Solution
The effects are:
1. Macadamized Roads: Pucka Roads were constructed for the rapid and safe carriage of raw material and the manufactured goods from the place of production to the place of sale.
2. Canals: The canals were dug and used for shipment of coals from mines to factories. They were also used for carrying goods and passengers.
3. Railway Lines: The steam-engines were used in Railways to carry heavy roads and a large number of passengers.
4. Use of Steam Ships: Steamships were used to carry the goods across the oceans.
The growth of transport promoted the import and export of goods and the capitalists made huge profits. It made the country rich.
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