Question

Who could produce shoes ???

Answer 1

Leatherworkers have been traditionally held in

contempt since they work with dead animals

which are seen as dirty and polluting. During the

First World War, however, there was a huge

demand for shoes for the armies. Caste prejudice

against leather work meant that only the

traditional leather workers and shoemakers were

ready to supply army shoes. So they could ask for

high prices and gain impressive profits.