The English East India Company and Colonial Rule in India

A series of vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts related to the English East India Company and the beginnings of colonial rule in India.

English East India Company (EEIC)

A private company established in 1600 CE by British traders to trade with India and eastern Asia.

Trading post

A small place away from large towns used for buying and selling goods, also known as factories.

Factories

Trading settlements established by European trading companies in India.

Ambassador

An important person who represents their country in a foreign country.

Fortified

Surrounded by high walls to prevent attacks from outside.

Rival

A person or company that competes with others.

Monopoly

Complete control over trade or the supply of certain goods.

Eliminate

To get rid of or remove something or someone.

Blockaded

Surrounded a place to prevent people and goods from going in or coming out.

Anglo-French Rivalry

The competition between British and French trading companies in India, supported by their respective governments.

Carnatic Wars

Three significant wars in India in the second half of the 18th century due to rivalry between British and French companies.