Q1
What event led to the British Crown taking direct control?
AThe Revolt of 1857
BThe Battle of Plassey
CThe Third Battle of Panipat
DWorld War I
CBSEClass 8 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 4 · Topic 1
Establishment of Colonial Rule
Colonial rule in India was established as the British East India Company, and later the British Crown, took direct control over administrati
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After the Revolt of 1857, the British Crown took direct control of India from the East India Company, establishing formal colonial rule known as the British Raj.
How it works
The British established a centralised administrative system, with a Viceroy representing the Crown, and introduced new laws, courts, and a civil service to govern India.
Why it matters
Colonial rule significantly changed India's economy, often prioritising British interests, like exporting raw materials from India and importing British manufactured goods.
Key detail
This period saw the introduction of railways, telegraphs, and modern education, alongside policies that often exploited Indian resources and labour for British benefit.
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• The Revolt of 1857 led to British Crown taking direct control.
• This was the start of formal colonial rule (British Raj).
• A Viceroy represented the Crown in India.
• New laws, courts and civil service were introduced.
• Colonial rule changed India's economy significantly.
• Raw materials were exported, manufactured goods imported.
• Railways, telegraphs and modern education were introduced.
• These changes often exploited Indian resources for British benefit.