Which of the following statements best describes the “British East India Company?”
AThe British East India Company first entered South Asia as importers of British Tea.
BBoth A and B
CThe British East India Company was essentially a covert British army.
DThe British East India Company was originally a group of London businessmen engaged in importing spices from South Asia.
Correct answer
D. The British East India Company was originally a group of London businessmen engaged in importing spices from South Asia.
Explanation
The correct answer is The British East India Company was originally a group of London businessmen engaged in importing spices from South Asia..