Questions and Answers
Who was the first Mughal emperor to allow British traders to establish trading centres in India?
In which year did the East India Company of England receive permission to operate?
What was the first trading centre established by British traders in India?
What was a significant outcome of British trading activities in India during their early establishment?
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Which European power ruled Goa during the period discussed?
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What does the color scheme in the world map represent?
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Study Notes
Entry of the British
- Jahangir, the Mughal emperor, first permitted British traders to establish trading posts in India.
- The British established their initial trading centre in 1608 at Surat, Gujarat.
- Other trading centres followed in Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, and various cities in Bihar and Bengal.
- The East India Company was formed in London in 1600 with royal permission, giving it an official capacity to trade.
- India was politically weakened during this period, facilitating British expansion.
- The British exploited the situation to build forts and raise armies in their trading centres, eventually aiming to establish control over India.
Additional Information
- The Portuguese ruled the state of Goa during this era.
European Territorial Influence
- Dark pink indicates Europe on the world map.
- Light pink represents Asia.
- Light blue marks North America.
- Light green signifies South America.
- Orange illustrates Africa.
- Yellow highlights Australia.
Historical Context
- Vasco da Gama discovered the sea route to India from Europe in 1498, paving the way for European exploration and trade.
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Explore the establishment of British trading posts in India during the Mughal era. Learn about significant cities like Surat, Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai, and the role of the East India Company. Understand how these events shaped India's political landscape.
