Question

Q.7. Why was the cotton textile industry concentrated in the Indian States of Maharashtra and
Gujarat?

Answer 1

The cotton textile industries were mainly concentrated in

the cotton growing belt of Gujarat and Maharashtra, in the early years because

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1. The moist climate of the area helped in the growth of

cotton. So raw cotton was readily available in the area.

2. There were ports nearby 

so the manufactured goods could be easily transported.

3. There was enough labour force in the area. There were

farmers, cotton ball pluckers and workers who did the work of spinning,

weaving, dyeing, tailoring and sewing.

4. It was easy to access the markets for finished goods from

here.

5. Other supporting industries involved in manufacturing

dyes and packaging materials were available in the area

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Answer 2

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$<b><I>In Early Years of its Infancy, Cotton Textile Industries were Largely Concentrated in States of Maharashtra and Gujarat due to the Following Reasons :$

» The Presence of Favourable moist Climate which was Required for Cotton Industries.

» Gujarat and Maharashtra had Major Ports which helped Regulate the export of the finished goods to various locations.

» The large Concentration of labour-black soil and Raw Materials was another Reason. Labour was Easily found in this region.

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