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Why did Britain want to prevent India's economy from prospering?

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Answer:The British took over India due to the vast commercial and financial interests and opportunities within the region. In 1757 the British East India Company defeated Newab of Bengal.

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They feared India would erupt into civil war between muslims and Hindus. The country was deeply divided along the region and in result they did not want India to have their independence so Britain would have more power,

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