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Unit Summary

In this unit, pupils learn about a theme in British history over a period of roughly 1000 years. They examine this theme, analysing the impact it had in Medieval, Early Modern, Industrial and Modern Britain, with a particular focus on change and continuity.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to recall that the Mughal Empire initially had control over India but that the power of the East India Company expanded in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Key Notes

• Prior to the arrival of Britain, the Indian subcontinent was ruled by the Muslim Mughal Empire.
• Under the rule of Aurangzeb, the power of the Mughals decreased due to war and economic difficulties.
• In 1600 the East India Company was founded and was given a monopoly over trade in East Asia.
• In the 1757 Battle of Plassey, Robert Clive's East India Company gained control over India.
• In the 18th and 19th centuries the East India Company expanded its control along with government involvement.

Vocabulary To Learn

• monopoly: exclusive control over a supply of or trade in a commodity or service
• sepoy: an Indian soldier serving in the British or another European order
• Nawab: a native governor during the time of the Mughal Empire

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• The British were the only European power trying to gain control over India.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

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