Question

What could be the reason for the confidence to the british ruler about their position in india before may 1857 ??

Answer 1

Answer:

The reasons for the confidence of the British ruler about their position in India before May 1875 are: a) In the mid of 18th century the power of nawabs ,rajas, zamindars etc were eroded. ... D) Indian princes and chiefs whom the British allowed to continue used to Side with the British during revolt before May 1857.

Answer 2

The British became confident about their position in India because of the following reasons:

a. The Mughal rulers, after the death of Aurangzeb, were not strong and powerful. Hence, it was easier for the British to annex states.

b. The disunity among nawabs and the Mughal rulers helped the British have a firm stronghold over Indian society, starting from Bengal.

c. The policies, like Subsidiary Alliance, helped British annex territories one after another, without the use of any military power.

d. The revolt of 1857 was crushed by the British leading to their supremacy over Indian society.