Which association was founded in Britain in 1857 with the objective to encourage cotton production in every part of the world suited for its growth?

Cotton Supply Association

The correct answer is Option 2 - Cotton Supply Association

In 1857 the Cotton Supply Association was founded in Britain with the objective to encourage cotton production in every part of the world suited for its growth.

Before the 1860s, three-fourths of raw cotton imports into Britain came from America. British cotton manufacturers had for long been worried about this dependence on American supplies. What would happen if this source was cut off? Troubled by this question, they eagerly looked for alternative sources of supply.

In 1857 the Cotton Supply Association was founded in Britain, and in 1859 the Manchester Cotton Company was formed. Their objective was “to encourage cotton production in every part of the world suited for its growth”. India was seen as a country that could supply cotton to Lancashire if the American supply dried up. It possessed suitable soil, a climate favourable to cotton cultivation, and cheap labour