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Where was the headquarters of the Western Presidency shifted to in 1687?
Where was the headquarters of the Western Presidency shifted to in 1687?
Bombay
What was the name of the Portuguese queen who was involved in the transfer of Bombay?
What was the name of the Portuguese queen who was involved in the transfer of Bombay?
Queen Catherine of Braganza
What was the nature of the transaction that led to the transfer of Bombay?
What was the nature of the transaction that led to the transfer of Bombay?
Dowry
What was the annual rent paid to the Portuguese for Bombay?
What was the annual rent paid to the Portuguese for Bombay?
What was the name of the fortress located in Bombay?
What was the name of the fortress located in Bombay?
What year did King Charles II ascend to the English throne?
What year did King Charles II ascend to the English throne?
What was the name of the English headquarters located in Madras?
What was the name of the English headquarters located in Madras?
What was the name of the city that served as the original headquarters of the Western Presidency?
What was the name of the city that served as the original headquarters of the Western Presidency?
What is the significance of the Bombay Presidency in the context of British colonial history?
What is the significance of the Bombay Presidency in the context of British colonial history?
How does the acquisition of Bombay by the British illustrate the interplay of political, economic, and social factors in historical events?
How does the acquisition of Bombay by the British illustrate the interplay of political, economic, and social factors in historical events?
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Shifting Headquarters to Bombay
Shifting Headquarters to Bombay
Bombay was established as the headquarters of the Western Presidency in 1687, replacing Surat. This move was significant for the British East India Company's activities in the region.
Why did the British shift Headquarters?
Why did the British shift Headquarters?
The British East India Company's Western Presidency headquarters shifted from Surat to Bombay in 1687, marking a crucial turning point in their administration of the region.
Bombay's Transfer to England
Bombay's Transfer to England
King Charles II of England married Queen Catherine of Braganza from Portugal in 1661. As part of the dowry, Bombay was given as a gift to the English king.
What was the significance of Queen Catherine's dowry?
What was the significance of Queen Catherine's dowry?
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Bombay's Importance as a Dowry
Bombay's Importance as a Dowry
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Bombay's Lease to the East India Company
Bombay's Lease to the East India Company
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Queen Catherine's Dowry and its impact
Queen Catherine's Dowry and its impact
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The Role of Marriage in Bombay's Transfer
The Role of Marriage in Bombay's Transfer
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King Charles II and his marriage to Queen Catherine of Braganza
King Charles II and his marriage to Queen Catherine of Braganza
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British East India Company's role in Bombay
British East India Company's role in Bombay
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Study Notes
Bombay Presidency Formation
- Bombay became the headquarters of the Western Presidency in 1687.
- This involved shifting the seat of power from Surat to Bombay.
- Bombay Castle in Bombay served as the headquarters.
British Acquisition of Bombay
- King Charles II of England received Bombay as part of a dowry from Queen Catherine of Braganza in 1661.
- The dowry exchange happened in 1660-1685.
- England initially leased Bombay from Portugal in 1668, paying 10 pounds annually.
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Explore the historical events surrounding the formation of the Bombay Presidency and the British acquisition of Bombay. From the shift of power from Surat to Bombay in 1687 to the dowry received by King Charles II, this quiz covers key milestones in Mumbai's colonial history.
