With reference to the Industrial Revolution, consider the following statements:<br>1. The Industrial Revolution saw the replacement of handicrafts by power-driven machinery.<br>2. The industrialised countries became dependent upon other countries for the supply of raw materials necessary for their industries.<br>3. Large-scale production started with the help of machinery in factories.<br>Which of the statements given above are <strong>CORRECT</strong>?

  1. A. 1 and 2 only
  2. B. 2 and 3 only
  3. C. 1 and 3 only
  4. D. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

All statements are correct. The Industrial Revolution replaced manual labor with power-driven machinery, initiated large-scale factory production, and spurred imperialism as industrialized nations sought raw materials from colonies.

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