27.4 terms

Question 0

Jewel in the crown

Answer 0

India being the most valuable of Britains colonies. Important to the British empire because it supplied raw materials and was a market for British trade goods. India was dominated by Britain for some time.

Question 1

Sepoy

Answer 1

Indian soldier serving under British command

Question 2

Raj

Answer 2

The British controlled portions of India from 1757-1947. The British took direct command of India in 1858. Marked a turning point in Indian history.