ब्रिटिश ईस्ट इंडिया कंपनी का उदय

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ब्रिटिश नीतियों का भारत की अर्थव्यवस्था पर क्या प्रभाव पड़ा?

खुदरा व्यापार को सशक्त करना

स्थानीय उद्योगों का विकास करना

कृषि और समाज पर नकारात्मक प्रभाव डालना (correct)

सकारात्मक और स्थायी सुधार लाना

भारतीय राष्ट्रीय कांग्रेस की स्थापना कब हुई थी?

1930

1905

1885 (correct)

1919

भारतीय स्वतंत्रता की मांग का क्या कारण था?

विदेशी निवेश का बढ़ना

भारतीय उद्योग का विकास

युद्ध के बाद राजनीतिक और आर्थिक संघर्ष (correct)

संविधान में सुधार

भारत और पाकिस्तान के विभाजन का मुख्य कारण क्या था?

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विश्व युद्ध I में भारत की भागीदारी का क्या परिणाम था?

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ब्रिटिश ईस्ट इंडिया कंपनी की शुरुआत किस उद्देश्यमुखी हुई थी?

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प्लासी की लड़ाई का क्या महत्व था?

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कंपनी ने किन राज्यों के साथ संघर्ष किया?

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सिपाही विद्रोह का मुख्य कारण क्या था?

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क्लासिकल शिक्षा प्रणाली की शुरुआत का क्या प्रभाव पड़ा?

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ब्रिटिश राज की स्थापना की घोषणा किसने की थी?

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ईस्ट इंडिया कंपनी के विघटन के बाद भारत का सीधा शासन किसने लिया?

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कंपनी की आर्थिक नीतियों से क्या प्रतिक्रिया मिली?

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Study Notes

British East India Company's Rise

The British East India Company, initially chartered for trade, gradually expanded its political influence in India.
Initially focused on trade with Mughal India, the Company sought to establish fortified trading posts, such as Madras, Bombay, and Calcutta.
Growing conflicts with other European powers, notably the French, led the Company to build its military strength.

Expansion and Consolidation

The Company's military successes, particularly against Indian rulers, enabled further territorial acquisitions.
The Battle of Plassey (1757) was a pivotal moment, marking the beginning of significant British control over Bengal.
This victory, backed by alliances and political manoeuvring, enabled the Company to exert more control over the region's resources and finances.

Regional Conflicts

The Company's ambition extended beyond Bengal, leading to conflicts with various states – the Marathas, the Sikhs, the Mysoreans, and others.
These conflicts were often complex, with alliances shifting as the power dynamics evolved.
The wars involved considerable bloodshed and strategic manoeuvring, with the ultimate goal of consolidating control.

Rise of Nationalism

The Company's increasing control over India's economy and administration fostered discontent among the Indian population.
The economic exploitation and cultural subjugation sparked resistance movements and fuelled the rise of Indian nationalism.
The introduction of Western education systems had a complex impact, creating a nascent Indian intelligentsia that advocated for greater political autonomy.

The Sepoy Mutiny (1857)

Deep-seated resentment, triggered by perceived injustices and the introduction of controversial military practices, led to the Sepoy Mutiny.
The mutiny, a widespread uprising, was a turning point in India's relationship with the British.
The consequences of the mutiny led to the dissolution of the East India Company, and the British Crown assumed direct rule over India.

British Raj

Queen Victoria's declaration as Empress of India marked the formal establishment of the British Raj.
The British implemented new policies aimed at administering and controlling India effectively.
These involved establishing infrastructure, expanding the existing administrative machinery, and promoting certain aspects of Western culture.

Reforms and Economic Impact

British policies had a profound impact on India's economy, agriculture, and society.
Reforms aimed at modernization, but often had negative consequences for some communities.
The introduction of railways and other infrastructure projects aimed at better connecting the country, but also aimed to serve British interests with increased access to resources.

Nationalist Movements

Resistance to British rule intensified, with various nationalist movements emerging and gaining momentum.
The Indian National Congress, founded in 1885, gradually grew into a mass movement challenging British authority.
The demand for self-rule gained strength throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

World War I and After

India's participation in World War I, while contributing to the war effort, did not translate into immediate political concessions.
Post-war, nationalist aspirations intensified, fuelled by the growing nationalist consciousness and disappointment over unfulfilled promises.
Political and economic struggles culminated in India's Independence in 1947.

Partition of India

The partition of India into India and Pakistan was a painful and complex process.
Religious tensions and differing political views fueled the division, leading to mass migrations and a period of immense upheaval.
The partition had long-lasting repercussions on India's social and political landscape.

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इस क्विज़ में ब्रिटिश ईस्ट इंडिया कंपनी के व्यापार शुरुआत से लेकर भारत में राजनीतिक प्रभाव के विस्तार की यात्रा को समझाया गया है। इसमें प्लासी की लड़ाई और विभिन्न राज्यों के साथ संघर्षों की चर्चा की गई है। यह क्विज़ कंपनी के सैन्य शक्ति और क्षेत्रीय नियंत्रण पर केंद्रित है।