Colonial Rule Under Britain Flashcards
What is Imperialism?
When a stronger nation takes over or spreads its influence over another land. Could affect government, trade, and culture.
What are the forms of imperialism?
economic and occupational imperialism. Economic- taking over a country’s economy
Occupational: Occupying A Country
What are the Effects of Imperialism?
Imperialism can cause cultural diffusion and the force of the imperializing country’s beliefs
How did the British East India company rise to power?
The British East India Company started out focusing on trading. Through the years, they attempted to control trade and their methods involved gaining a great deal of power. They had a military force and actually took over territory in India.
Explain what happened in 1857 and what the effects of this event were. (In other words, what was done differently in India after 1857)
o Indian soldiers rebelled against the company in 1857. Immediately after the British government took direct control (rather than the British East India Company).
o British owned nearly 3/5 of the sub continent where as the rest of the land was divided into 550 states
List some things the British brought to India that would be considered positive changes.
o Treated Hindus and Muslims equally o Kept order and ended many local wars o Built roads, bridges and railroads o Established factories, hospitals and schools o Improved farming methods
How did Indians who had been educated in England usually view independence?
o Those educated in British schools generally wanted independence. However, many were apprehensive and wanted gradual change. They thought certain aspects of western culture would benefit India.
Describe Gandhi’s methods of fighting for independence.
o He opposed violence and urged his fellow citizens to gain independence by non-violently refusing to work with government through civil disobedience or “passive resistance.” Boycotts, strikes, and mass demonstrations were his tools.
What was the Muslim League and who was its leader?
o Muslim leaders joined together and formed this organization to voice their concerns as India moved towards independence.
o Muhammad Ali Jinnah was their leader.
As the British were preparing to leave India, what did the Muslim League fight for (and get)? (1947)
o Two independent nations were formed rather than just one. Pakistan was established as a Muslim nation alongside India.
Why was Gandhi assassinated?
o Gandhi was killed by a Hindu who belonged to a political organization whose views differed from Gandhi’s. Gandhi was assassinated due to his viewpoint that Hindus and Muslims should be treated equally and should co-exist. Radical Hindus felt betrayed by these views, and due to Gandhi’s large influence, felt he needed to be eliminated.
