Question

What major reform is Robert Owen known for introducing at New Lanark?

• A. Invention of the spinning jenny
• B. Reducing working hours and improving worker welfare
• C. Building the first railway
• D. Abolition of slavery

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Reducing working hours and improving worker welfare

Robert Owen (1771–1858)

• Born: 14 May 1771, Newton, England

• Died: 17 November 1858

Personal Background :

• Robert Owen was born into a poor family.

• He started working in a factory at the age of nine.

• He later married Caroline Dale, the daughter of a mill owner.

• On 1 January 1800, he took over management of the New Lanark Mill in Glasgow.