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1. 1.

   How do the names of some textiles tell us about their history?

2. 2.

   What kind of cloth had a large market in Europe?

3. 3.

   Write one reason for the decline of Indian trade and handicrafts during the British rule.

4. 4.

   How did the duty structure affect the Indian handcrafts?

5. 5.

   After the decline of handicrafts, where did the artisans go in search of livelihood?

6. 6.

   Write the names of two important industries which were set up in India during the British rule.