Question

1. The first British trading centre in India was set up in the year 1608 at
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Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Surat

British India (1793–1947)

In 1608, Mughal authorities allowed the English East India Company to establish a small trading settlement at Surat (now in the state of Gujarat), and this became the company's first headquarters town.

Answer 2

PORT OF SURAT

The British landed on Indian Subcontinent at the port of Surat, August 24, 1608 AD for the purpose of trade, but after 7 years British got Royal order (i.e. Farman) to establish a factory at Surat under the leadership of Sir Thomas Roe (Ambassador of James I).