Question

How were the European armies different from the armies of the Indian rulers?​

Answer 1

Instructions:

1. Describe the advantage of the European armie over the armies of the local indian rulers.
2. Elaborate on the following points
   • High salary.
   • Better weapons.
   • Regular parades.
   • Better training.

Solution:

The European armies were different from the armies of the local Indian rulers in ​various ways:​

1. The soldiers of European armies underwent modern and organised training.​
2. They received higher salaries than the soldiers of the Indian rulers. They also got their salaries regularly.​
3. The European armies were equipped with better cannons and guns.​
4. The European armies held parades and drills every day that ensured better coordination and performance.​

With such regular exercise and training, the soldiers became skilled in battle. The European armies, especially the British and the French were able to defeat the Indian armies in the 1700s and 1800s.