New study reveals the complex and evolving landscape of apprenticeship in Colonial India

Phys.org12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025

Summary

A study by a University of Nottingham historian reveals that apprenticeship in artisanal production during the latter half of British colonial rule in India was characterized by a diverse and evolving set of practices rather than a uniform system, shaped by various factors including custom and colonial intervention. The findings highlight the complexity of training systems in this historical context, as reported by Phys.org.

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