Question

Why did some industrialists in mid 19th century prefer hand labour over machine labour?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Machines were costly, ineffective, difficult to repair, and needed huge capital investments. Labour was available at low wages at that period of time. In seasonal industries only seasonal labour was required.

Answer 2

Explanation:

➡️Machines were costly, ineffective, difficult to repair, and needed huge capital investments. Labour was available at low wages at that period of time. In seasonal industries only seasonal labour was required.