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Discover how India became a British colony through progressive colonization, including the pivotal 1857 Sepoy Revolt and the shift of power from the East India Company to the British Crown. Explore the impact of European arrivals, the East India Company's management of the economy, and Queen Victoria's proclamation as Empress of India. From Vasco da Gama's 1498 arrival to British ascendancy over the French, delve into the historical context that shaped India's colonial history. For an in-depth exploration, visit PowerShow.com.
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Part I: European Arrival & Imperialism How did India become a British colony? India became an English colony progressively. One of the most important events took place in 1857 There was a popular revolt (the Sepoys) in India because the East India company tried to impose reforms which questioned the Indian culture (For example :the remarriage of the widows). The Company managed the economy of the country at that time so the English brought soldiers to India to calm the revolt.Finally, the East India Company was eliminated in 1858 and the power was transferred to the British Crown.In 1876 Queen Victoria ( 1819 – 1901 ) proclaimed herself Empress of India, symbolizing the British political power.
1498 – European arrival (Portugal) Vasco da Gama of Portugal
1600 – British East India Company Tea Silk Cotton
1700s – Mughal decline + British ascendancy over French Seven Years’ War: British defeat French
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