What happened to India's factories and manufacturing when the British took over?

When the British took over India, the country's factories and manufacturing sectors faced significant decline. British colonial policies favored the import of British goods, undermining local industries and crafts. Traditional manufacturing was stifled as local artisans struggled to compete with cheaper, mass-produced items from Britain. Consequently, many factories closed, leading to widespread unemployment and a shift towards agrarian-based livelihoods.