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75. The East India Company
The Rest Is History
Capitalism and Colonialism: The East India Company's Influence
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between British colonialism and Indian capitalism, focusing on the East India Company and its interactions with Indian bankers during the Mughal era. It raises speculative scenarios regarding historical shifts in power dynamics and examines the complexities surrounding figures like Tipu Sultan, while discussing the motivations of Indian merchants and the consequences of British rule. Additionally, it highlights the decline of the East India Company, linking its corruption and the societal impacts of this downfall to the rise of anti-colonial sentiments in India.
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