Imperial and colonial policy - 1857-1890

• What is the time period focused on in the study of imperial and colonial policy?

  1857 to 1890
• What is the main question regarding imperial and colonial policy during the specified period?


  Was imperial and colonial policy influenced by international pressures?
• How can the topic of international pressures be categorized in the study of imperial and colonial policy?


  It can be divided into three subtopics: domestic perspective, the Indian mutiny, and international pressures.
• What significant event occurred in 1857 that influenced British imperial policy?


  The Indian mutiny
• What was the impact of the Indian mutiny on British colonial policy?


  It led to significant changes, including the 1858 Government of India Act.
• What did the 1858 Government of India Act accomplish?


  It ended the regime of the East India Company and transferred administration to the Crown.
• Who became the Empress of India following the Indian mutiny?


  Queen Victoria
• What were the two significant conferences held in 1876 related to colonial policy?


  The Brussels Conference and the Berlin Conference.
• How did the unification of Germany in 1871 influence British imperial policy?


  It prompted the British Empire to respond to German expansion and annexations.
• What was the significance of the construction of the Trans-Siberian Railway in 1891?


  It indicated Russia's imperial expansion and was a response to international pressures.
• What was one of the British Empire's responses to international pressures from other imperial forces?


  The annexation of Malaya in 1874.
• What was the significance of the Scramble for Africa in relation to British imperial policy?


  It represented a competitive response to international pressures from other European powers.
• How can the Scramble for Africa be categorized in the context of international pressures?


  It can be seen as a diplomatic maneuver to set out imperial and colonial policies.
• What role did the Colonial Office play in the changing nature of British imperial policy?


  It adapted to cope with demands of territorial acquisitions and administration without local consultation.
• What was established in 1858 to handle Indian and Far Eastern affairs?


  A separate India Office.
• How did the Indian mutiny influence the structure of the Colonial Office?


  It led to the establishment of a separate India Office to manage Indian affairs.
• What are the main factors influencing imperial and colonial policy between 1857 and 1890?


  • International pressures from other empires (Germany, France, Russia)
  • The Indian mutiny and its aftermath
  • The changing nature of the Colonial Office
  • The Scramble for Africa and related conferences
• How can one structure an essay on the influence of international pressures on imperial and colonial policy?

  1. Present arguments for and against the influence of international pressures.
  2. Analyze different time periods within 1857-1890.
  3. Discuss subtopics such as:

  • International pressures
  • The Indian mutiny
  • The changing Colonial Office
  • The Scramble for Africa