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Which of the following statements best describes the role of the British East India Company (the Company) in India in the early 1800s? A. The Company had no influence in areas not controlled by the British army. B. The Company signed a treaty with France to expand trade into the south. C. Great Britain controlled India and the Company was only involved in trade. D. The Company controlled foreign affairs and defense throughout most of India.

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Answer: the answer is D)

The Company controlled foreign affairs and defense throughout most of India.

Explanation: just took the test and it was right

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B and D is right answer according to the history but the best is option D

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