Question

Where did the non-white population of Madras live? What were the chief characteristics of this area?
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Answer 1

Answer:

The non-white population lived outside the fort. This area was known as Black Town. The population of the non-white people consisted of Indian weavers, artisans, middlemen, interpreters etc., who played a vital role in the company's trade. This area was a traditional town with houses built around temples and bazaars

Explanation:

Answer 2

Growth of Madras as a colonial city
George became the centre of the white town, where the Europeans lived. The non-white population lived outside the fort. This area was known as Black Town.

Characteristics:

Characteristics of this area was Indian weavers, artisans, middlemen, interpreters etc.. who played a vital role in the company’s trade..


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