Question

why wootz Steel was lost by mid 19th century

Answer 1

The possible reasons can be-
1.The sword and armour making industry died with the conquest of India by the British.
2.Imports of iron and steel from England displaced the iron and steel produced by craftsman in India.

Answer 2

Answer:

There are two reasons for it:

The sword and armour making industry died with the conquest of India by the British.

Imports of iron and steel from England displaced the iron and steel produced by craftsmen in India.