Q. In the nineteenth century, which international event brought about the switch to jute as a packaging material thus providing an impetus to the development of the jute industry in India?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(a) Crimean War<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(b) American Civil War<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(c) Opening of Suez Canal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(d) Russo-Japanese War<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ans: (a) Opening of Suez Canal<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Explanation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The international event that brought about the switch to jute as a packaging material and provided an impetus to the development of the jute industry in India was (c) Opening of Suez Canal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 facilitated faster and more efficient trade routes between Europe and Asia. This led to a significant increase in maritime trade and transportation. During this period, jute, with its strong and durable fibers, emerged as an ideal material for packaging various goods, especially for long-distance transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The availability of jute in India and its suitability for packaging purposes made it a preferred choice for packaging goods transported through the Suez Canal. As a result, the demand for jute as a packaging material increased rapidly, leading to the growth of the jute industry in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Therefore, the correct answer is (c) Opening of Suez Canal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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