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YARASI TUSHARIAIR 393· 2025

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What were the reasons that the British emerged as the preeminent power after succeeding against other European powers in the Indian subcontinent?

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Introduction

After the fall of Constantinople in 1453, Europeans began searching for a sea route to India

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Main Body

After the fall of Constantinople in 1453, Europeans began searching for a sea route to India and Portugese succeeded in its attempt in 1458 when Vascodoagma came to India via sea route. This paved way for other European powers to enter India.

Portuguese (1498)English (1600)Dutch (1602)Danish (1616)French (1664)

Reasons for emergence of British as the preeminent power against other European powers:

1. Better military and naval organisation and Supremacy. Strong military power and commanders.

2. Backup from British government in case of threats or administration.

3. Lack of unity among native rulers and

nature of Indian state which showed a fragmented polity. After decline of Mughals.

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Diagram

Timeline showing progression of European powers entering India: Portuguese (1498) → English (1600) → Dutch (1602) → Danish (1616) → French (1664)

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  • Clear chronological framework
  • Visual timeline aids understanding
  • Identifies key structural factors like naval superiority

Topper

YARASI TUSHARI

AIR 3932025

Subject & Paper

GS1GS1

Topic

Modern Indian History

British Expansion and Colonial Consolidation

Reasons for British Dominance over other European Powers

Writing Stats

130

Total words

7

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historical-analytical

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