East India Company

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is the incorporation date?December 31, 1600
2. What is the granted by?Royal Charter from Queen Elizabeth I of England
3. When did the East India Company start?It was incorporated on December 31, 1600, with a royal charter from Queen Elizabeth I.
4. Why did the East India Company fight wars?It raised its own armies to protect its trading posts and later to win battles like the Battle of Plassey, which gave it control over Bengal and the right to collect taxes.

Diwani: The right to collect revenue and administer civil justice in a territory.
Chartered Company: A company established by a government charter, often granted special rights and privileges.
Imperialism: A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.