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After the arrival of the British, Bombay and Calcutta lost their glory.

Gomasthas played an important role in establishing the trade monopoly of the East India Company.

To live a luxurious life, weavers started to work hard with their family members.

Gomasthas were paid servants to supervise weavers, collect supplies and examine the quality of cloth.

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Gomasthas were paid servants of the East India Company to supervise weavers, collect supplies and examine the quality of cloth.
Bombay and Calcutta did not lose their glory due to the arrival of the British. In fact, both cities witnessed a boost in industrial and trade activities. The English East India Company appointed Gomasthas to eliminate the existence of traders and brokers and establish direct control over the weavers. Weavers had to earn to pay the loans and support their families. In order to procure items for the Company, the Gomasthas, who represented the British East India Company, negotiated contracts with regional weavers and artisans and often bullied them into taking loans.

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