It is a true fact that as the Industrial Revolution progressed and the importance of machine work increased, workers found themselves becoming more essential for servicing and guiding machines. The correct option among the two options that are given in the question is the first option. The importance of specialized jobs increased.
Pros: 1. Increased focus on domestic policy 2. Decreased need for spending on military budgets cons: 1. Economy may suffer 2. May become vulnerable to attack