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British East India Company's Army

Definition

The military force established by the English East India Company to protect its commercial interests in South Asia during its period of trade monopoly from early 18th century until mid-19th century.

Analogy

Consider this like a mall security team hired by a big corporation that owns several malls across different cities. Their job is not only to ensure safety within each mall but also protect business interests against any threats or disruptions.

Related terms

Private Army: A military or paramilitary force consisting of armed combatants who owe their allegiance to a private owner rather than a state. The British East India Company's Army was essentially a private army.

Mercantilism: An economic theory prevalent during the time when the British East India Company was active. It advocates that a nation should export more than it imports and accumulate wealth through establishing colonies and monopolizing trade.

Imperialism: This refers to a policy or ideology by which a nation extends its power by acquiring territories, often through colonization. The British East India Company's Army played a key role in Britain's imperialistic endeavors in South Asia.