Question

What is the main reason for the acquisition of Southeast Asian colonies by European nations?

Answer 1

spices are the main reason for acquisition of southeast asian colonies by european nation

Answer 2

The Europeans wanted to establish their prowess over the southeast Asian lands, and that, was for a number of reasons.

Step-by-step explanation:

• The Europeans believed that it is their duty to civilize masses, promote and inculcate Christian values and convert the other regions of the world into capitalist democracies.

• The Europeans already looked at Southeast Asia as a land of uncivilized population.

• That being one reason behind the European acquisition of Southeast Asia, the other reason was that the Europeans always wanted to have control over the southeast

• Asian region because they were aware of the abundance of industrial raw material in the region. They also wanted to set up their colonies in Southeast Asia.