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TRADING

HISTORY OF TRADING IN EAST BENGAL

The history of trading in East Bengal dates back to the pre-colonial period, when the region was part of the Mughal Empire. During this period, the region was a major hub for international trade, especially in textiles. Merchants from across the world, including China, Persia, and Europe, were drawn to the region for its abundance of silks and muslins.

 

The East India Company opened up the region to British traders in the 18th century, and the East India Company’s monopoly on the region’s trade increased the demand for textiles and other goods from East Bengal. This led to an increase in production and trading of textiles, and the region became known for its high-quality muslins, silks, and cottons.

 

The 19th century saw the rise of the jute industry in East Bengal, and this increased the demand for textiles in the region. The production of jute and other fabrics used in the industry was largely concentrated in the Bengal area, and the region became an important hub for the global textile trade. In the 20th century, the partition of India and Pakistan caused a disruption to the trade of textiles in the region, but the industry recovered after

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