Question

In 1901, there were 584,000 workers in Indian factories. By 1946 the number was over 2,436, 000. Where did the workers come from?

Answer 1

In 1901, there were 584,000 workers in Indian factories. By 1946 the number was over 2,436, 000. ... In most industrial regions workers came from the districts around. Peasants and artisans who found no work in the village went to the industrial centres in search of work.