After the war, why did cotton production collapse and export of cotton cloth fall dramatically in britain?
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Answer:
Britain devoted its wealth and resources in the war which caused a distraction in the production status and left their economy spiraling.
Explanation:
Cotton, which was one of the most prominent industry of that era had completely gone out of the grip of Britain. They faced defeat while competing in the international market as during this time the other countries improved and modernized their economies. Hence the cotton production and export fell dramatically in Britain after the war.
British were busy catering to the demands and needs of the war and all their resources were keeping the Britain army upfront. Therefore, the British colonial countries like India saw this as an opportunity and the traders there started opening industries and factories. These factories saw an uproar as India needed desperate help during the war. Especially for items like jute bags and uniforms made of cotton.