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In the 20th century, handloom cloth production decreased steadily.

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The above statement is false.
The manufacture of handloom fabrics increased steadily throughout the 20th century. Between 1900 and 1940, the number of handloom fabrics produced more than tripled. The manufacturers of handicrafts improved output with the application of new technology without considerably increasing costs. The second decade of the twentieth century saw the widespread adoption of fly shuttle looms by most weavers. By 1941, more than 35% of India's handloom industries were using the fly shuttle. This increased worker productivity and decreased labour demand resulted from the hastened manufacturing. Weavers were able to boost output and compete with the mill sector thanks to more minor advancements.
The correct statement would be In the 20th century; handloom cloth production increased steadily.

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