British imperial rule refers to the period when Britain exercised political control over India as a colony, imposing its authority, laws, governance structures, and economic policies on the Indian population.
Related terms
Raj: The period of direct British rule in India from 1858 to 1947.
Sepoy Rebellion: A major uprising against British rule in India by Indian soldiers known as sepoys, which played a crucial role in fueling the independence movement.
Partition of India: The division of British India into the separate nations of India and Pakistan in 1947, resulting in mass migrations and widespread violence.