Question

The most important reason for British to expand their territory in India was​

Answer 1

Shakeel Anwar. The arrival of Vasco da Gama in Calicut on May 20, 1498 opens a sea route from Europe to the East. After that India became the centre for attraction for the Europe's trade and also the realm of European ambition getting wider to grab Spice Islands trade monopoly which causes numerous naval battle.

Answer 2

Answer:

As well as spices, jewels and textiles, India had a huge population. ... They regimented India's manpower as the backbone of their military power. Indian troops helped the British control their empire, and they played a key role in fighting for Britain right up to the 20th century.