The East India Company began its rule in India during the 17th century. Initially involved in trade, it gradually expanded influence, leading to political control. The company's rule intensified after the Battle of Plassey in 1757 and the Battle of Buxar in 1764. This marked the start of its de facto control over Bengal, Bihar, and parts of Odisha. Over time, the company extended its dominance to other regions, shaping India's socio-economic and political landscape until the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The British Crown then assumed direct control, ending the company's governance.
