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Question : How did the development of the Mumbai Port impact the city's urban growth in the 19th century?

Option 1: It led to a decline in the fishing industry  

 

Option 2: It contributed to the growth of the textile industry  
 

Option 3: It caused a decrease in the city's population  

 

Option 4: It resulted in the establishment of new educational institutions  


Team Careers360 8th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: It contributed to the growth of the textile industry  
 


Solution : The development of the Mumbai Port contributed to the growth of the textile industry in the city, as it facilitated the export of cotton and import of machinery, leading to urban growth in the 19th century.

 

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