S1E1-Prelude to Battle Of Plassey

The Revolution is a podcast about the history of the Indian independence movement. The first episode begins by discussing the Battle of Plassey, which marked the beginning of British colonization of India and the start of a 200-year period of English domination. The podcast hosts discuss the reasons why the British East India Company chose to focus on Bengal, including its wealth and strategic location. They also describe the early history of British involvement in India, including the arrival of the British East India Company in 1600 and the expansion of British influence beyond Surat by 1612. The hosts also discuss the various methods used by the British to gain control over India, including alliances with local rulers and the manipulation of Mughal emperors. Finally, they describe the consequences of British colonization for the people of India, including the exploitation of resources and the suppression of local cultures.