Grain imports refer to the practice of bringing in foreign grain into a country for consumption or trade purposes. In this case, it specifically refers to the importation of grains into Britain.
Protectionism: Protectionism is an economic policy that restricts imports through measures such as tariffs or quotas, aiming to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.
Tariffs: Tariffs are taxes imposed on imported goods, usually with the intention of protecting domestic industries by making foreign products more expensive.
Working Class: The working class refers to a social group composed of individuals who perform manual labor and often have lower socioeconomic status.
What legislation imposed high tariffs on grain imports in Britain, benefiting domestic landowners but causing widespread discontent among the working class?
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