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Weavers, Iron Smelters And Factory Owners

Question

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Why was the Wootz steel making process completely lost by the mid-19th century?

Solution

The reasons are mentioned below:

(a)The sword and armour making industry died with the conquest of India by the British.

(b)Imports of iron and steel from England displaced the iron and steel produced by craftsmen in India.

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