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1562
Beginning of Mughal Empire
Ruled with Islamic leaders in a monarchical government until 1858 -
1562
Mughal Empire
Ruled with Islamic leaders in a monarchical government until 1858
Islam - World's second largest religion, mostly practiced by middle eastern countries -
Period: 1562 to
British India
Began with the Mughal Empire takeover and expanded India to European countries -
English East Indian Company
Founded to initiate trade between India and England, specifically the East Indian Spice trade. -
the Qing government
The Qing Government/Empire started in 1644 when semi-nomadic people conquered the crumbling Ming dynasty. Ended in 1911. Population growth that means less farm land and poverty started to set in which led to more rebels. -
Opium Wars
Westerners were looking for trade through china. So the British released this addictive drug opium. Millions of Qing citizens became hooked on opium. The Qing had to rely on British trade because everyone was addicted to it. In 1800 the Qing government outlawed opium. -
Lin Zexu
Ordered to end all foreign trade. Had chinese forces push british forces out of China -
Treaty of Nanjing
Chinese were forced to sign treaty; it planned for China to open 5 more ports for foreign trade as well as giving up power of Hong Kong. -
Treaty of Nanjing
In 1842 the Chinese were forced to sign the treaty. They had to open 5 additional ports for foreign trade. They also had to hand over power of Hong Kong. -
Indian Slavery act
Outlawed transaction of slaves through India -
Hong Xiuquan
Peasants revolted in 1850 after hong xiuquan. He had a cult called the god worshiping society. Hong thought he was the next messiah. -
British Raj
Organization founded to westernize India led by Britain -
Taiping Rebellion
They made up the Hong's army. They were very well organized and followed strict rules In The Treaty of Tianjin in 1858 the Chinese realized that their plan was failing. So they signed the treaties of tianjin. Allowing forgein travel into china. Providing more trade ports. -
Empress Ci Xi
Rose to power in 1861. Came in a period of reform to strengthen the Qing dynasty. Promoted western manufacturing policies. -
Period: to
Japanese modernization
Japan modernizing following their isolationism period, aided by the UK -
Suez Canal
Opened by Ottoman empire to expand trades routes for Britain with India -
Guang Xu
Came to power in 1873, During his ruling he was surrounded by a bunch of radical reform that convinced him to do the 100 day reform. -
Sino-Japanese War 1895.
Conflict between Qing government and Empire of Japan. Was under power of Guang Xu during war. Qing government quickly sued for peace in February 1895. Japan gained massive power and the Qing took a massive blow. -
Hundred Day Reforms.
A period of reformation in China to modernize their culture and resources. -
Boxer Rebellion
Chinese attacks on all westerners all across China begun by peasants. They were defeated after several other countries sent forces to halt the attacks. -
Amritsar Massacre
Peaceful protesters were upset about the arrest of pro Indian independence leaders, Saifuddin Kitchlew and Dr. Satya Pal. Soldiers then opened fire on the crowd and killed hundreds. -
24.1 Questions
Which events in the British rule of India were significant? Formation of East Indian Company because it led to trade expansion of both India and Britain, Anglo-French War in India because it reflected the rivalry between the French and the British. How did British rule affect Indian culture? Britain ruled India solely for materials and profit, and Indians now use their resources for profit purposes because of this. They also have a rich education system from Britain starting schools in India. -
24.2 Questions
How did the Qing downfall lead to the rise of modern China? It lead to China needing to catch up to the rest of the world as well as establish a new form of government whose plan was to modernize. What effects did Britain have on Chinese culture that we can see today? They turned China into an economically focused state as well as nationalizing them into cultural advancement once the Qing government fell -
24.3 Questions
Why did Japan value global independence? They were heavily kept away from the rest of Asia and the west, and they kept isolation for a long period of time. How did Japan's social structure compare with other Asian countries? They were mostly kept under totalist rulers, and they chose to isolate Japan from trade and foreign influence to keep away from conflict and disease.