The Transition of Power in India

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During which time period did the British start to emerge as a new power in India?

  • During the Mughal Empire
  • After Aurangzeb's death in 1707 (correct)
  • During Aurangzeb's rule
  • Before Aurangzeb's death in 1707

What did the British originally come to India as?

  • Traders (correct)
  • Conquerors
  • Colonizers
  • Missionaries

Why did the British originally come to India?

  • To establish regional kingdoms
  • To assert their authority as rulers
  • To establish control over the territory
  • To engage in trade (correct)

What happened to Delhi as powerful regional kingdoms emerged in India?

<p>It lost its status as an effective centre (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Mughal governors and big zamindars?

<p>Asserting their authority (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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