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What does Bernier suggest about the artisans' aspirations for improving their lives? |
They were highly ambitious and constantly seeking advancement. They were actively involved in trade and commerce. They frequently changed their professions to improve their prospects. They were content with their existing conditions and did not aspire for improvement. |
They were content with their existing conditions and did not aspire for improvement. |
The correct answer is Option 4 : They were content with their existing conditions and did not aspire for improvement. Bernier is perhaps the only historian who provides a detailed account of the working of the imperial karkhanas or workshops: Large halls are seen at many places, called karkhanas or workshops for the artisans. In one hall, embroiderers are busily employed, superintended by a master. In another, you see the goldsmiths; in a third, painters; in a fourth, varnishers in lacquer-work; in a fifth, joiners, turners, tailors and shoe-makers; in a sixth, manufacturers of silk, brocade and fine muslins … The artisans come every morning to their karkhanas where they remain employed the whole day; and in the evening return to their homes. In this quiet regular manner, their time glides away; no one aspiring for any improvement in the condition of life wherein he happens to be born. |
