Question : What impact did the development of the Mumbai Port have on the city's trade in the 19th century?
Option 1: It decreased the city's involvement in international trade
Option 2: It increased the export of agricultural products
Option 3: It led to the decline of the textile industry
Option 4: It facilitated the import of machinery and raw materials
Correct Answer: It facilitated the import of machinery and raw materials
Solution : The development of the Mumbai Port facilitated the import of machinery and raw materials, which was crucial for the growth of industries such as textiles in the city during the 19th century.