sentences:  Murshidabad has always had a high reputation for its quality of silk and that was one of the primary exports that the English East India Company made to England.Murshidabad has had a long association with the silk industry particularly during the times of the English East India company, which saw the emergence of two English factories to spruce up the production of silk as there was a growing demand in England owing to the cheaper prices and superior quality, particularly during a time when the Italians started charging additional cess.At present, Murshidabad is a hub for sericulture and handicrafts.