Question

Why did british need a large army? Describe the british army in simple words

Answer 1

Answer: Brritish needed a large army to conquer more territories, protect British territories form their rivals, protect the trading interests of the Company and suppress internal revolts against the British.

The Army comprises of Indian soldiers. A large number of these soldiers were farmers and were from in and around Awadh. The British army was well trained and a disciplined force. They were armed with muskets. They were also paid regular salary.

Answer 2

Answer:

the British need a large army to

1. Conquer more territories
2. Protect British territories
3. protect the trading centre intrest of the company.
4. Suppress internal revolts against the British

the army comprised indian soldiers,who were called sepoys.’ they were originally farmers. British officers commanded the sepoys. the British army was a well-trained and disciplined force. the sepoys were armed with the muskets. they were also paid regular salary. the sepoys were loyal to their British master. they were conscious of there caste and religion.