Question

2. Explain briefly how the British acquired territory from 1700 CE to 1850 CE. 3-5 marks

Answer 1

Explanation:

By the mid-18th century three Presidency towns: Madras, Bombay and Calcutta, had grown in size. During the period of Company rule in India, 1757–1858, the Company gradually acquired sovereignty over large parts of India, now called "Presidencies.

Answer 2

Explanation:

By the mid-18th century three Presidency

towns: Madras, Bombay and Calcutta,

had grown in size. During the period of Company gradually acquired sovereignty

Company rule in India, 1757–1858, the

over large parts of India, now called

"Presidencies.