1. Unit 3: Nationalism to Imperialism
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2. Entry Task
We’ve spent a lot of time talking about imperialism in Africa.
What other examples of imperialism do you know of?

3. British Imperialism in India
Objectives:
Understand how & why the British colonized India
Analyze the effects that had on Indians

4. Beginnings
Britain began taking an economic interest in India in the 1600s
1707, the Mughal Empire was collapsing
East India Company stepped in and took over
Became the leading power in India
They had a monopoly on trade
What does monopoly mean?

5. Jewel in the Crown Britain saw India as its most important colony
Major supplier of Britain’s raw materials
300 million people (potential market)
Railroad network to transport goods

6. East India Company
Officials at the East India company were almost like the rulers of the country
They had their own armed forces & could sign treaties

7. British Expansion Gradually the British expanded over India
They collected huge wealth
Local merchants had to trade only with Britain
Local weavers went out of business as Britain forced India to buy textiles from England

8. Armies
British allowed Indians to serve in their army, but treated them poorly
Denied higher positions in spite of their abilities

9. British Innovations in India
Britain introduced modern technology
Built railways throughout India
Established Law Courts and civil services
Established factories, schools and universities

10. What are the positive & negative impacts for India?
Brainstorm a pro-con list with your partner and write it in your notes

11. Impact of Colonization
Cons:
British had the power
British restricted Indian industries
Famines
Racist attitudes
Destruction of traditional Indian culture
Pros:
World’s 3rd largest railroad
More modern economy
Education
Technology:
Road network
Telephone & telegraph
Bridges

12. Life in India
Examine primary sources to reach a conclusion on what life was like in India during British imperialism.
Use the sources to answer the questions in your notebook.