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Russia is a direct imperialist to many countries during the Age of New Imperialism

Colonized Siberia

Overland empire not overseas.

In modern day, Russia still tries to imperialize.

Russia tried to imperialize Ukraine.

https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-1-349-26080-5_10

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Several Indonesians being held at gunpoint by the Dutch.

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The Takeover of Indonesia: This was a form of mostly indirect rule

By mid 18th century, the Dutch had taken over a lot of Indonesia.

This was done through treaties with local rulers rather than actual control.

This helped the Dutch take over Indonesia in patches.

For the rest of the land, they waged wars with local leaders and forced them to become part of the Dutch colony.

Between 1870 to 1910, the whole of Indonesia had been indirectly taken over by the Dutch.

https://www.britannica.com/place/Indonesia/Dutch-territorial-expansion

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-United States of America is a well known imperialist country which uses its power to rule or influence a foreign area.

An example of this is how they annexed Hawaii in 1896.

American imperialism still exists however the invasion of countries with military aggression is extremely rare for the USA.

In modern times, USA is not known for military invasion.

USA is still a great force in the world with massive influence.

https://www.npr.org/2019/02/18/694700303/the-history-of-american-imperialism-from-bloody-conquest-to-bird-poop

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The Imperialism of India!

A country that was a direct colonization is India. We know this since the government was an imperialist which reproduced in the colony inside the countries

India was imperialized by Britain which took over the country.

There is more than just Britain that imperialized India, this includes, Portuguese, English, and Dutch

Britain specifically did this because Britain wanted the resources India had which included trade, land, colonies, and goods

British colonizers established a system known to contemporaries as the "drain of wealth."

Britain invading India shows the direct colonization over India since it too over India and made it a colony

It was colonized for about 89 years which stands from 1859 - 1947

Resources

1. https://unacademy.com/content/bank-exam/study-material/general-awareness/why-british-first-land-on-indian-territory/#:~:text=The%20East%20India%20Company%20eventually,spread%20Christianity%20throughout%20the%20country.

2. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonial_India#:~:text=Following%20the%20Portuguese%2C%20English%2C%20and,in%20southeastern%20India%20in%201674.

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Namana Datta Aryasomayajula - Direct Colony

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Namana Datta Aryasomayajula - Direct Colony

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One country that was imperialized by Direct Colonization is India.

Britain held much of Indias political and economic power.

Britain restricted very much of the production of textiles and Indian industries.

Britain also brought in missionaries to spread the ideologies of Christianity and other religions

They held their direct rule for almost 100 years spanning from 1858 - 1947.

Sources

https://www.britannica.com/event/British-raj

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Japan tried to imperialize other areas in order to gain territory, resources, and Asian connections.

Taiwan became a Japanese colony in 1895.

The Dutch and British also competed for its trade and agricultural features.

Japan was a direct imperialist to Taiwan.

Japan increased Taiwan’s sugar production.

The Japanese implemented the Formosan Sugar Company which was the first overseas corporation that was financed by a national capital.

References:

https://samurairevolution.omeka.net/exhibits/show/dl/taiwanimperialism

https://www.pacificatrocities.org/brief-overview-of-imperial-japan.html#:~:text=The%20primary%20objectives%20of%20Imperial,unified%20Asia%20under%20Japanese%20leadership.

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Britain used the form and method of colony for places like India.

The British constantly colonized areas throughout their history

The British came to India for trade and to establish colonies.

New desire for colonies to supply raw materials for British factories. India was known for its crops and cotton that are used to make cloth.

https://www.britannica.com/event/British-raj

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Direct economic imperialism

Waged wars and did medical experiments that where very dangerous

Got rid of Philippines government and imposed economic and political systems

In 1898, Filipinos tried to resist the imperialization so the us sent 125,000 troops to take control

This resulted in war that lasted for three years and almost 50,000 Filipinos died as well as 250,00 died from disease

Us used a forme of tutu re called “water cure” also known as water boarding

Us justification was the white power must take control of the inferior non whites

https://www.dwherstories.com/timeline/u-s-imperialism-in-the-philippines

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imperialism in South Africa, meghana mopidevi

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imperialism in South Africa, meghana mopidevi

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There was an economic interest in South Africa by the Europeans way before imperialism

Began in the 15th century and lasted it the 17th century

Portugal was an European nation sailed their ships along the western part of Africa and gained access to African economic resources

South africa proved to be an ideal spot

Africa was first colonized by the Dutch, the first settlement was called the Dutch East Indian company

All the European countries were interested, once diamonds were found Britain was also interested and kicked the Dutch and Belgians.

The goal was assimilation

Direct imperialism

Citations

https://www.historycrunch.com/european-imperialism-in-south-africa.html#/

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Egypt faced a negative impact due to imperialism for various different reasons, one of the reasons being the form of colonial imperialism.

In 1882, Britain invaded Egypt because they wanted to control the country.

Egypt went through the form of colonial imperialism because it was an area that was controlled by another force/nation

When the British occupied Egypt, the did not annex it and the Egyptian government continued to operate that way it did

Egypt was affected by direct colonial imperialism

New imperialism had impacts on the culture of Egypt

Egypt expanded their empire through military dominance abroad ; expanded far into Nubia

https://historystuffweb.wordpress.com/imperialism-in-egypt/#:~:text=Imperialism%20had%20a%20massive%20and,as%20a%20result%20of%20imperialism.

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India (specifically Colonial India) was a Direct and Indirect ruled colony

-India was a colony ruled by European powers.

-In the end of the 15th century, India became directly ruled by Europe. This was achieved by a Portuguese sailer named Vancouver Da Gama.

-More powers from along the coast of Europe kept pooling into India such as England, France, Denmark, and Norway.

-After the Mughal Empire fell apart, the Maratha empire also fell apart which weakened and increased manipulation in India.

- After this, Great Britain and France began to struggle with giving full direct rule in India so some parts also became indirect rule.

-In 1947, India finally gained its independence because of being apart of the League of Nations in the Summer Olympics.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colonial_India

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British soldiers attacking Indian rulers

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Nishanth Tamma - British Imperialism over India

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Nishanth Tamma - British Imperialism over India

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India was a direct colony of Britain

British Raj was known as the British rule over India

The British took advantage of the collapse of the Mughal Empire, when the county was very disconnected due to many differences in traditions and culture

The British sent soldiers over to India to enforce the rules and would kill any Indians who didnt obey the British brutally.

Indian soldiers were forced top work in the British military and they had to sometimes even go out of the country to be on duty. If they didn’t obey thanks they would also be most likely killed.

The British also did some good things for the country too, they built up a system of roads and railroads to help with transportation around the country.

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Map of Nigeria, Niger River Delta Region during 1914

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Saksham Garg - Niger River Delta Protectorate

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Saksham Garg - Niger River Delta Protectorate

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There are four forms of Imperialism, colony, protectorate, sphere of influence, and economic imperialism. I will be focusing on the protectorate.

A protectorate is when a foreign nation promises to “protect” another region in exchange for some equity in the region or control over the region. The “protected” region still runs by its own government and most of its laws.

An example of a protectorate would be the Niger River Delta. In 1884-1885, Great Britain declared a protectorate over the Niger Delta during the Berlin Conference.

The Niger River spanned across a big region over the African continent. This river also provided irrigation, transportation, and production power. The river was one of the only sources of freshwater in Africa.

The river enhanced oil fields and gave access for trade across Africa.

A protectorate is a method of indirect imperialism. This is because the controlled group of people think that they are still being governed by their own government.

However, even though the controlled region still runs by its local government, the protecting nation can still make changes to the local government.

Britain provided protection from other European countries in exchange for access to the river and control over the area.

Britain had land near the river years before it made the delta a protectorate. Britain annexed Lagos in 1851.

Gaining access to this area most likely helped them explore more of Nigeria and probably lead them to gaining interest in the Niger River Delta region.

Source of Information:

https://www.britannica.com/place/Oil-Rivers

I used the “Oil Rivers” and “Nigeria” sections.

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Ishika Sharan- The Western Effect of Imperialism on Japan

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Ishika Sharan- The Western Effect of Imperialism on Japan

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-Japan’s imperialism lasted from the Sino-Japanese war of 1844-45 to 1945.

-Japan was the only country in Asia to have a successful industrial economy as well as an empire.

-The creation of the Japanese empire was a significant event that took place in the twentieth century.

-Japan’s imperialism was not about increasing their nations territory, instead it was about mission and racial superiority.

-Japan shifted from a pre-modern feudal stage to a modern capitalistic form of imperialism.

-Ryukyus were incorporated into Japan in the year 1879.

-Japan was an easy prey for the imperialism powers like Britain and America.

-Japan opened her ports for foreign trade and residence as Japan signed a treaty with the US.

-Western nations soon began to follow in the semi-colonial approach of Japan of the ports and trade.

-This helped with Japans development of the imperialism as Japan set a model and demonstrated its ambitions.

LINK:

https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2352281#:~:text=considered%20the%20turning%2Dpoint%20for,modern%20capitalistic%20form%20of%20imperialism.&text=The%20Japanese%20population%20was%20intoxicated,pursued%20the%20war%20much%20longer.

https://academic.oup.com/book/4785

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India during the age of imperialism was a colony

In this form of imperialism, the area governed by an outside force (Britain)

In this form locals weren’t allowed to participate in the government and had no say in the laws, taxes, or policies made by their “mother country”

Britain had control of India during the “Raj” period

This was a period of direct British rule over India

The British used the East India Company to trade Indian goods all over the world

The British management style was Direct

In this management style, the government in Britain was reproduced in India

https://www.britannica.com/event/British-raj

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New Imperialism - Egypt

Egypt was legitimately imperialized in 1882

Egypt had a failing economic system, strategic, economic lands, and military positioning

This led to European countries wanting to imperialize this

Achieved through the deployment of warships sent to Alexandria

Positively impacted through betterment of economy, but negatively impacted through westernization and loss of culture

Egypt was a protectorate for the British Empire (Egypt had its own government but was influenced and controlled by Britain)

Britain used a direct imperial management methods

Suez Canal

Important waterway in Egypt - connected the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea; significant site during the Age of Imperialism

European nations fought over control of it

Interest began in Egypt after the construction of the canal

British imperialism in India led to interest in Egypt as the canal gave Britain a faster and direct route to its colonies

Referred to as the ‘lifeline of the British Empire’

British rule lasted throughout the 19th century and 20th century

More control was taken over Egypt with the outbreak of World War I

Britain had control over Egypt until June 1956

https://www.historycrunch.com/egypt-and-the-suez-canal-in-the-age-of-imperialism.html#/

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Japan was an imperialist country during the age of new imperialism

They colonized many countries including Korea, Dutch East Indies, New Guinea, French Indo-China, etc

The Age of Imperialism for Japan was from 1894 to 1945

The Meiji Emperor helped Japan turn from a isolated small country into a powerful industrialized imperialist country.

The Japanese navy was larger than any other fleet in the West Pacific

Japan attacked China before it could become a strong unified country; the believed that it would establish order in East Asia

Cites - https://aboutjapan.japansociety.org/imperial_japan_1894-1945_1#sthash.rwVN5LFu.dpbs

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Sophia Verrios - The French Invasion and Colonization of Vietnam 

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Sophia Verrios - The French Invasion and Colonization of Vietnam 

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The French Invasion and Colonization of VietnamV

In July, 1857, France’s Napoleon III decided to invade Vietnam.  Missionaries were pushing for the invasion to spread Christianity.  Reforms on French capitalism also lead to foreign markets being necessary for France’s economy.

The naval commander for East Asia, Rigault de Genouilly, invaded Tourane (a harbor and city in Vietnam) in August 1858

There was Vietnamese resistance, until in 1861 France was finally able to set up 3 provinces, and later more area was claimed.  This land was called Cochinchina

Vietnam was a French colony.  There was a French governor and French military enforced rules. There was an administrative body set up in Saigon, a city in Vietnam.

France had a grasp on Southern Vietnam, but struggled to gain control of central and northern Vietnam, as their invasions were met with strong opposition.

In August 1883, after more fighting, the Vietnamese court agreed that central and northern Vietnam would be a protectorate of France.

France governed Vietnam in a western style so that they could economically exploit them

The France held all power in local and central governments of Vietnam, eliminating pre-existing Vietnamese rulers.  All important roles were given to French officials, and, after much protest, Vietnamese people were given minor roles that contributed very little to government.

French Governor Doumer industrialized Vietnam by building roads, canals, etc.  Raw materials were taken from Vietnam and tariffs were imposed to support French government.

For more information: https://www.britannica.com/place/Vietnam/The-conquest-of-Vietnam-by-France

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-in the 1870s-1900 Dutch took over the whole Indonesia

-Other parts of land were seized after wars and military leaders made them join together as a whole

-The Dutch started taking over Indonesia in the 1850’s or mid 1800’s

-They accomplished this with control from within state and law treaties

-This was the power they used as a turning point to control the Indonasia

-During Colonial rule, Dutch was committing cruelty and Indonesian wer being captured, tortured, and raped.

-Dutch Government expanded off in Gava and then Dutch started to colonize the outer islands

https://www.indonesia-investments.com/culture/politics/colonial-history/item178#:~:text=Some%20parts%20indeed%20were%20colonized,and%20early%2020th%20century%2C%20and

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India was imperialized by Britain from 1858 to 1947. It started out when they came to India to set up the British East India Company.

Britain had direct control over India.

The Indian government was converted into British government.

Trade with India had been highly valued by Europeans, Britain’s control blocked the Silk Road.

They extracted all kinds of resources from India and made it theirs such as salt and cotton.

They stole valuable items from temples and buildings like the Taj Mahal.

They stole the famous diamond Koh-i-Noor which is still in Britain today as they said they claimed it legally and have the right to own it.

https://www.britannica.com/event/British-raj

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—By the turn of the 20th century, the map of Africa looked like a huge puzzle, because of all the Imperialism that occurred during it.

—The main motive for imperialism was to obtain power for supply of raw materials for industries. This meant that a weaker country with abundant natural resources would be colonized.

—Like other European powers, Britain rushed to control African land not just for palm oil but also gold, ivory, diamonds, cotton, and rubber.

—Another reason that Africa was majorly imperialized was that Africa didnt have fire power unlike other regions

— Africa was put under direct imperialism

—Overall goal was to get a return on investment.

Works cited:

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Western-colonialism/The-race-for-colonies-in-sub-Saharan-Africa

https://www.historycrunch.com/european-imperialism-in-south-africa.html#/

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How Britain Imperialized

Britain imperialized and colonized many places such as America, India, and parts of Africa

They were able to produce rapidly by getting labor for cheap in other countries

Britain had many strong weapons like military and and naval ships

It was known to take over many places and turn them into colonies to mass produce many products

Britain was able to take over countries and territories, then make them believe inn their religion, and their cultures

https://www.britannica.com/place/British-Empire

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Japan imperialized Taiwan and other countries in Asia to gain more land and resources.

Japan took control of Taiwan in 1895 after the Sino-Japanese War

Taiwan was used for their raw materials and to expand Japan’s economy further.

Japan took control of  Korea in 1910 through forced treaties, threats, and political manipulation.

The Japanese were direct imperialists.

https://www.britannica.com/place/Japan/The-emergence-of-imperial-Japan

https://www.history.com/news/japan-colonization-korea

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French believed in "white man's burden", where it was their "duty" to go and colonize these areas to modernize them

The real reason was simply for wealth in power

Once Vietnam was colonized, France didn't really care about what happened there unless their supplied chain and trade stopped

The form was clearly direct colonization since France sent people to run Vietnam after colonizing it

France broke up Vietnam in a divide and conquer strategy

Land was transformed into mines and plantations

The plantations mostly made rice and rubber, and these resources were sold for money

Workers were put in bad conditions and weren't paid fairly

The French also added several taxes. Some include

Tax on wages

Tax on adult men

The French now opened schools for proper educations

These only really applied to cities, and rural areas were forced to work

https://alphahistory.com/vietnamwar/french-colonialism-in-vietnam/

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A Political Cartoon depicting the Open Door Policy

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Jolie Garcia- British imperialism in China

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Jolie Garcia- British imperialism in China

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While British imperialism didn’t establish political dominance in mainland China as it did in India or Africa, its cultural and political influence remains apparent in the region to this day

There were many high demands for Chinese tea, silk, and porcelain in the British market

The increase of opium in China between 1790 and 1832 brought a generation of addicts and social instability

Quarrels between the Qing government and British merchants ultimately escalated into the infamous Opium Wars.

Hong Kong continues to be a prominent hub for global finance, and it’s government operates in a manner reminiscent of the days under British colonial rule.

The language of English and British culture highly impacted the society of Hong Kong and Southern China for over a century.

https://blogs.bu.edu/guidedhistory/moderneurope/tao-he/

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Imperialized India

Britain applied the method of colonization for India

Britain sustained their rule over India from 1858 - 1947

Britain possessed much of the political and economic power in India

British Raj was a period of time when Britain had direct control over India and used the East India Company for economical benefits

Britain had authority over the production of textiles and other industries apart of India

Missionaries from Britain would open India to other religious ideologies such as Christianity

Britain maintained their power by sending soldiers to India to enforce the laws for those who tried to rebel

Britain added infrastructure to India, with the addition of roads and railroads across the country for transportation

https://www.britannica.com/event/British-raj

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Decision to invade Vietnam was made by Napoleon III in July 1857.

The French were ordered to attack the harbour and the city of Tourane, then Saigon.

It took the troops, under new control, to occupy the three adjacent provinces.

The Vietnamese unable to mount effective resistance, concluded a peace treaty in June 1862, which ceded the conquered territories to France.

Fiver years later, additional territories in the south were placed under French rule.

The French imposed a Western-style administration on their colonial territories, and opened them to economic exploitation.

Under Gov.-Gen Doumer, French rule was imposed directly at all levels of administration, leaving the Vietnamese without any real power. All important positions were staffed with officials imported from France.

The French built railroads, highways, harbours, bridges, canals, and other public works.

https://www.britannica.com/place/Vietnam/The-conquest-of-Vietnam-by-France

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The Imperialist Japan!

Japan built a colonial empire with large non-Japanese populations. It annexed Taiwan, Korea, established a client state in Manchuria, and occupied parts of northern China

Korea was under Japanese Colonial Rule from 1910-1945

For the first ten years Japan ruled directly through the military, and any Korean dissent was ruthlessly crushed

It first made Korea a protectorate with the Japan–Korea Treaty of 1905

Japan ruled the country indirectly through the Japanese Resident-General of Korea

Despite the often oppressive and heavy-handed rule of the Japanese authorities, many modern aspects of Korean society emerged and grew a lot during its 35 year period of colonial rule

Such growth included rapid urban growth, the expansion of commerce, and forms of mass culture such as radio and cinema, which became widespread for the first time

Industrial development also took place, partly encouraged by the Japanese colonial state, although at first, mainly for the purposes of enriching Japan and fighting the wars in China and the Pacific

Such uneven and disorganized development left a mixed legacy for the peninsula after the Japanese colonial period ended

Links:

http://afe.easia.columbia.edu/main_pop/kpct/ct_korea.htm#:~:text=Korea%20was%20under%20Japanese%20colonial,Korean%20dissent%20was%20ruthlessly%20crushed.

https://researchprofiles.anu.edu.au/en/publications/japans-colonial-empire#:~:text=Abstract,northern%20China%20(from%201933).

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India was colonized by Britain.

Britain wanted to imperialize India for trade and to have access to more resources.

The time period where India was colonized by Britain lasted from 1858 to 1947.

Britain was a direct imperialist of India, and they enforced a British government in India.

India was forced to undergo major political and economic changes against the will of their citizens.

Source: https://www.britannica.com/event/British-raj

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Indian Imperialism

Britain colonized and directly ruled/imperialized India

Europeans had an economic interest in India for a long time because of its transportation/trade along ancient trade routes like the Silk Road

The Mughal Empire, which had most of the land in India began trading with the British East India Company before it's collapse due to conflicts with other surrounding empires

With the weakening of the Mughal Empire, European nations recognized an opportunity and started campaigns of imperialism in India

This Shifted the power and control over India from the Mughal Empire to the British Empire

The British East India Company had a major role in the history of India/British Imperialism in India

This is because this company had a monopoly and strong economic interest on all trade in the Far East, especially India

The British Raj (British rule over India as a colony of the British Empire) started in 1858 and ended in 1947

Sources

https://www.historycrunch.com/british-imperialism-in-india-overview.html#/