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UP Board Class 10 Social Science – The Age of Industrialisation
The chapter “The Age of Industrialisation” explains how industries developed and changed the way goods were produced. Before industrialisation, most products were handmade by skilled craftsmen. With new inventions and machines in the 18th and 19th centuries, production shifted from homes to large factories. This period is known as the Industrial Revolution.
Britain was the first country to industrialize, followed by Europe and later India. The introduction of machines increased production but also created challenges for workers. Many people lost their traditional jobs and began working in factories under strict conditions and long working hours.
In India, industrial growth was shaped by colonial policies. Indian craftsmen, especially weavers, suffered due to competition with cheap machine-made goods from Britain.
This chapter helps students understand how industrialisation changed economy, society, and lifestyles across the world.
