Question

Explain six social results of the Industrial revolution in Europe during the 18th century

Answer 1

1. Many people migrated to towns to look for jobs leading to overcrowding
2. Increased population in towns led to shortage of houses/development of slums
3. Poor sanitation which made people to suffer from various diseases
4. Factories emitted pollutants into the air, water & land thus affecting people’s health
5. Those who did not secure employment in the towns engaged in crimes & other social evils
6. Led to social stratification i.e. rich & poor
7. Women & children were exploited because they worked long hours
8. Trade unions developed in order to fight for the rights of the workers
9. Led to family break ups as some industrial workers neglected their homes