Question

What, according to you, was the most
important event that helped the British
gradually transform their role from a
trading company to a power with territorial
ambitions in India?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

India was the jewel in the crown of the British Empire.

As well as spices, jewels and textiles, India had a huge population. Soldiering was an honourable tradition in India and the British capitalised on this. They regimented India's manpower as the backbone of their military power.