French East India Company History
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What was the name of the French factory established in 1674?

Masulipatnam

Who was the Governor of Valikondapuram, Bijapur, in 1674?

Sher Khan Lodi

What position did Francois Martin later hold in the French government?

French Governor

What were the years of Aurangzeb's reign?

<p>1658-1707</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the Mughal Governor of Bengal in 1676?

<p>Shaista Khan</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Shaista Khan allow the French Company to do in 1676?

<p>He allowed the company to establish a site in Hughly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the site that the French Company received in 1676?

<p>Pondicherry</p> Signup and view all the answers

What year was the French East India Company established?

<p>The French East India Company was established in 1664.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which other European powers established their own East India Companies before France?

<p>The Dutch and English established their East India Companies in 1605 and 1613, respectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what year did the French King Louis XIV rule, who supported the establishment of the French East India Company?

<p>Louis XIV ruled from 1643 to 1715.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main trading focus of the French East India Company?

<p>The main trading focus was on the East Indies, particularly India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

From which location did French ships primarily operate for their trade expeditions?

<p>French ships primarily operated from Madagascar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge did the French East India Company face in its pursuit of trade?

<p>The company faced competition from established powers like the Dutch and English.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the significance of the year 1500 in relation to European trading companies.

<p>The year 1500 marks the establishment of Portuguese trading interests in India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motivated Louis XIV to support the creation of the French East India Company?

<p>Louis XIV aimed to enhance France's economic power and compete for global trade dominance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the minister responsible for the establishment of the French East India Company?

<p>Colbert</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Madagascar used for by colonial powers, according to the context?

<p>A transit station</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge did the French face in Madagascar?

<p>Hostility from other colonial powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason the French East India Company struggled in Madagascar?

<p>Lack of successful revival of colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main regions where the French East India Company aimed to establish a monopoly?

<p>India</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which ocean did the French East India Company seek trade opportunities?

<p>Pacific Ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the French East India Company spend extensively on?

<p>Reviving colonies in Madagascar</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the monopoly duration of the French trade in India and Pacific Oceans mentioned?

<p>50 Years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact did competing colonial powers have on French efforts in Madagascar?

<p>Increased difficulty and competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did Francois Mar?n play in the development of Pondicherry?

<p>Francois Mar?n developed Pondicherry as a significant stronghold for the French in India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what year was Pondicherry founded as a French settlement?

<p>Pondicherry was founded in 1674.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which city was established as a factory under the French East India Company?

<p>The city established as a factory was Masulipatnam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary function of the French East India Company in India?

<p>The primary function was to manage trade and establish French colonial dominance in the region.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify one of the key cities that became a feature of French colonial presence in India.

<p>Chandranagore was one key city of French colonial presence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the director of the Masulipatnam Factory?

<p>The director of the Masulipatnam Factory was Francois Mar?n.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Pondicherry significant in the context of French history in India?

<p>Pondicherry is significant as it became the stronghold of French influence in India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name a major port established by the French East India Company.

<p>Surat was one of the major ports established by the French East India Company.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the French East India Company have on Indian trade?

<p>The French East India Company significantly influenced and expanded trade networks in India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What geographic area did the French East India Company primarily operate in?

<p>The French East India Company primarily operated along the eastern coastal regions of India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who led the expedition to India in 1667?

<p>Francis Caron</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Mughal emperor ruled during the French presence in India from 1658 to 1707?

<p>Aurangzeb</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the primary two locations in India where the French East India Company established its presence?

<p>Surat and Masulipatnam</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the major setbacks faced by the French East India Company due to conflict?

<p>Competition with the Dutch Company</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year was Pondicherry founded by the French East India Company?

<p>1674</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was built in Chandranagore during the French colonial period?

<p>A Fort</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the French Company acquire Masulipatnam?

<p>1669</p> Signup and view all the answers

What major conflict in the late 17th century affected the French East India Company?

<p>Conflict with the Dutch Company</p> Signup and view all the answers

What dynasty was Aurangzeb associated with during his rule?

<p>Mughal Dynasty</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who gave permission for Francis Caron’s expedition to India?

<p>Qutub Shah</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

French East India Company

  • Founded by England (1613) and the Netherlands (1605)
  • Portugal (1500) also had a presence
  • Louis XIV (1643-1715) and Colbert were involved in France's East India Company
  • The French East India Company aimed to trade with India
  • The Company planned and prepared to trade in the East
  • The French Company was also affected by rivalry with the Dutch
  • French ships could sail from Madagascar to trade in all directions
  • The company had a 50-year monopoly on trade in India and the Pacific Ocean- French East India Company had issues with other colonial powers who wanted to use Madagascar as a transit station.
  • Francis Caron led an expedition to India
  • Company faced significant opposition from other powers while there
  • Company struggled to use Madagascar as a trading post
  • Company spent substantial funds on Madagascar but without success
  • They were granted permission to trade in Surat, India and Masulipatam, India by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb
  • French struggled against the Dutch
  • Pondicherry was founded in 1674.
  • The French Company's situation declined between 1693 and 1719, with factories being abandoned and Pondicherry captured by the Dutch
  • Pondicherry was later restored to the French in 1697 through the Treaty of Ryswick
  • French factories at Surat and Masulipatnam fell into disrepair and were abandoned
  • French activity in India and the Pacific Ocean was negatively impacted
  • Problems associated with European conflicts affected the French Company's success
  • Shaista Khan, Mughal Governor of Bengal, allocated land to the company.
  • This company faced significant difficulties, ultimately leading to a diminished position compared to other competing companies.

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