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Impact of Colonial Rule in Bengal by Shahanaj Akther Tamanna is a document available to read on EtoBox.

The colonial rule of Bengal by the British East India Company lasted over 200 years until 1947. It began in 1757 when the East India Company defeated the Nawab of Bengal and became the de facto ruler. This led to commercialization of power and highly destructive effects. Under colonial rule, Bengal lost political power and self-identity. Traditional industries and trade declined. The British monopolized salt production and trade. Devastating famines in 1770 and 1943 killed millions in Bengal. The partition

Author

Shahanaj Akther Tamanna

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EN