What does the word 'factory' mean in medieval India?

The correct answer is Imperial Workshop.

Key Points

• In medieval India, the term 'factory' referred to an Imperial Workshop.
• These workshops were known as 'Karkhanas'.
• Karkhanas were established by the Mughal emperors and other rulers to produce luxury goods.
• They were involved in the production of textiles, carpets, weapons, jewelry, and other artisanal products.
• The products created in these workshops were often used for the royal household, gifts, or trade purposes.
• Skilled artisans and craftsmen were employed in these workshops to ensure high-quality production.
• These workshops played a significant role in the economic and cultural development of medieval India.

 Additional Information

• Chariot Keep
  • A Chariot Keep would refer to a place where chariots are stored or maintained.
  • This term is not commonly associated with medieval India.
• Painting Gallery
  • A Painting Gallery would be a place where paintings are displayed or stored.
  • While art and paintings were significant in medieval India, the term 'factory' was not used to describe such places.
• Arsenal
  • An Arsenal is a place where weapons and military equipment are stored or produced.
  • Although arsenals were important in medieval India, they were not referred to as factories.