What led to the major expansion of Bombay’s population in the mid-nineteenth century?

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Causes for the growth of population in Bombay during the 18th century: 1. Bombay became the capital of the Bombay Presidency in 1819 after the defeat of the Marathas by the British 2. The growth of trade in cotton and opium 3. Bombay dominated the maritime trade of India and also it was the junction...
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Causes for the growth of population in Bombay during the 18th century: 1. Bombay became the capital of the Bombay Presidency in 1819 after the defeat of the Marathas by the British 2. The growth of trade in cotton and opium 3. Bombay dominated the maritime trade of India and also it was the junction head of two major railways. This brought in higher scale of migration into the city. read less
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Bombay became the capital city of the Bombay Presidency in 1819 after the defeat of the Marathas by the British. As the trade in opium and other trade grew, large communities of traders and bankers as well as artisans and shopkeepers came to settle in Bombay. Another important reason for the expansion...
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Bombay became the capital city of the Bombay Presidency in 1819 after the defeat of the Marathas by the British. As the trade in opium and other trade grew, large communities of traders and bankers as well as artisans and shopkeepers came to settle in Bombay. Another important reason for the expansion of Bombay was the establishment of textile mills which also led to a fresh surge in migration. read less
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