Question

why did Britain colonise India?
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Answer 1

Answer:

The British first established trading posts in India, in order to purchase spices that were much in demand in Britain and Europe. They first came to trade and not to conquer. ... Soon Clive and other Company commanders defeated Indian, French and other forces that were contesting British influence in India.

Answer 2

The Britishers began to colonise India in the mid-eighteenth century because they wanted to establish trade relations in India and earn huge profit.They were attracted by the highly profitable trade of the Portuguese with India and other countries. Moreover, they also came to know about the richness of India in terms of raw materials and minerals which further led them closer to India.

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