Question

Why did the British officials try to encourage silk production?

Answer 1

and the right to manage their lands and people.

But under the British rule, they lost much of their powers and were asked to discipline their tribe on behalf of the British government.

This subjugation meant that the tribal chiefs lost the authority among their people, and gradually also the will to fulfil their traditional functions.

Answer 2

Answer:

the East Indian Company official try to encourage Silk production in India to meet the growing demand in the European market