British Expansion in India
History ⇒ Modern Indian History
British Expansion in India starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the impact of British expansion on Indian society and economy.
Describe the main reasons for the success of the British in expanding their rule in India.
Describe the role of the British East India Company in the expansion of British rule in India.
Explain how the British used the policy of 'Divide and Rule' to expand their control in India.
Explain the impact of the Doctrine of Lapse on Indian princely states.
Explain the main features of the Subsidiary Alliance system.
Explain the significance of the Battle of Buxar in the British expansion in India.
Read the following passage and answer the question: 'In the early 19th century, the British often justified their annexation of Indian states by claiming to bring 'good governance' and 'modern administration.' However, many historians argue that these justifications masked the real motives of economic exploitation and political dominance.' Based on the passage, critically evaluate the British justification for annexing Indian states.
The Battle of Plassey was fought between the British East India Company and which Nawab? (1) Mir Jafar (2) Siraj-ud-Daulah (3) Shuja-ud-Daula (4) Mir Qasim
Which Maratha leader signed the Treaty of Bassein with the British in 1802? (1) Nana Saheb (2) Baji Rao II (3) Mahadji Scindia (4) Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao
Which of the following battles established British supremacy in Bengal? (1) Battle of Plassey (2) Battle of Buxar (3) Battle of Panipat (4) Battle of Wandiwash
Which of the following states was NOT annexed under the Doctrine of Lapse? (1) Jhansi (2) Awadh (3) Nagpur (4) Satara
Fill in the blank: The ________ War led to the annexation of Punjab by the British.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was annexed by the British under the Doctrine of Lapse after the death of its ruler, Nana Saheb.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was the last major Indian state to be annexed by the British before the Revolt of 1857.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was the main French rival of the British in South India during the 18th century.
State whether the following statement is true or false: The British annexed Jhansi under the Doctrine of Lapse.
State whether the following statement is true or false: The British annexed Punjab after defeating the Sikhs in the Second Anglo-Sikh War.
State whether the following statement is true or false: The British East India Company was initially a trading company.
State whether the following statement is true or false: The British followed a policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of Indian states.
