The East India Company's rule in India began in the 17th century and continued until the mid-19th century. The company, originally established for trade, gradually expanded its influence in India. Some key points in this period include the Battle of Plassey in 1757, where the company gained control over Bengal, and the Indian Rebellion of 1857, which marked a turning point in British rule in India. The British government took direct control of India in 1858, leading to the formal end of the East India Company's rule in India in 1874. This period had a significant impact on India's history, politics, and culture
