Question

The Weavers in Tamilnadu make cloth based on the order from the_____________
A. Farmer
B. End consumer
C. Merchants
D. None of these

Answer 1

Hint Putting out the system was also known as the domestic system. This system was a precursor to the Industrial Revolution in Europe. The putting-out system involves two parties – the weaver and the merchant. There are various advantages and disadvantages of this system to the weavers.

Complete step by step solution
This putting-out system is also known as the cottage industry. It usually employs the entire family of the weaver. This system is still prevalent amongst the weavers of Tamil Nadu.
In this system, the weavers' subcontract work from the merchant. In this way, a lot of extra labor is saved. The weavers are supplied with the yarn so the money to be spent on buying the raw material is saved. The weavers also save the cost of transportation and the sales-related cost of the finished products. The workers can work at their pace, and the family members can lend a helping hand to complete the workload.
However, the system has its disadvantages. The weavers are often exploited and are paid poorly for the work done. The merchants hold a lot of power as the weavers are dependent upon them for raw materials. The weavers are not aware of their rights and do not know the actual value of their work.

The correct answer to this question is option C.

Note In this system, the merchants assign work to the weaver and provide them with the raw material. He acts as a mediator between the weaver and the market. The merchant either sells the material to a retailer or directly to the end consumer.