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The decline of Indian Handicrafts industry in the 19th century was attributed to

A. competition from British manufacturing industries only
B. disappearance of Indian Princely Courts only
C. establishment of alien rule only
D. All of the above
Answer» D. All of the above
Explanation: Tha major causes of decline in handicrafts in India during the British rule were: (i) disappearance of court culture; (ii) adverse influence of British rule on tastes and habits; (iii) competition from European manufacturers; (iv) one way free trade policy of the British; (v) exploitation of craftsmen by merchants, etc.
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