Role of Women in the Industrial Revolution of England: Shifting Roles and Lasting Effects

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to look at the historic roles that women played in England's industrial revolution. This article discusses specific issues pertaining to women, such as their employment status, economic circumstances, variety of roles they play, and effects of the industrial revolution on their status. These themes include the roles that women played in the revolution, the direction of economic development, the various roles that women played in it, and the consequences of the revolution—particularly those that affected women. In terms of social stratification, the industrial revolution reduced economic and social inequality and gave different social classes better chances depending on the degree of social mobility in industrialized nations compared to traditional societies. In addition, there was a notable improvement in the degree of social, political, and economic participation of the population in comparison to the pre-revolutionary period. Women were able to attain economic independence by working in industry and taking care of their families. However, this also led to a lot of responsibilities, which made things difficult for women because of their low pay. This study used an analytical historical technique and was written in a descriptive style. It used local and worldwide works about women in addition to primary and secondary historical materials. This article discusses specific issues pertaining to women, such as their economic status, working circumstances, the range of roles they play, and how the industrial revolution has affected them. The topics include the roles that women play in the revolution, the direction of economic development, the various roles that women play in it, and the effects of the revolution, particularly on women. In terms of social stratification, the industrial revolution reduced economic and social inequality and gave different social classes better chances depending on the degree of social mobility in industrialized nations compared to traditional societies. In addition, there was a notable improvement in the degree of social, political, and economic participation of the population in comparison to the pre-revolutionary period. Women were able to attain economic independence by working in industry and taking care of their families. But because of their low pay, this also led to the creation of several responsibilities, which was difficult for women. This study used an analytical historical technique and was written in a descriptive style. It used local and worldwide works about women in addition to primary and secondary historical materials.