Question

Write about the growth of cotton mills in india?

Answer 1

Answer:

The first cotton mill in India was set up as a spinning mill in Bombay in 1854. By 1900, over 84 mills started operating in Bombay. Many of these were established by Parsi and Gujarati businessmen who had made their money through trade with China.

Answer 2

Explanation:

1]The first cotton mill that was established in India as a spinning mill was in Bombay in 1854. Gradually,Bombay became an important center for cotton textiles due to its close location to the seaport,& the cotton cultivating areas