Practice Why did Europeans come to India? - 1.1 | 4. Traders to Rulers | ICSE Class 8 History
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Question 1

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Which goods were Europeans primarily interested in trading from India?

💡 Hint: Think about what products were valuable during that time.

Question 2

Easy

Who was the first European to reach India by sea?

💡 Hint: Remember his famous journey in 1498.

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Question 1

What event blocked the overland routes to Asia?

  • The fall of Constantinople
  • The signing of the Treaty of Versailles
  • The Renaissance

💡 Hint: This event changed the access routes dramatically.

Question 2

True or False: The British East India Company was formed in 1600.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think of the year and its significance in trade politics.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Assess the impact of European trading companies on the political landscape of India during the 17th century.

💡 Hint: Consider how foreign companies might influence local governance.

Question 2

Analyze the economic consequences of European demand for Indian goods in the late 15th to early 17th centuries.

💡 Hint: Think about the benefits and drawbacks of trade for local economies.

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