Indian Summary 20 Century We begin in the early 20th century when the vast Indian subcontinent is dominated by the British Empire for nearly 150 years. The region is divided into provinces directly administered by the British Empire, and hundreds of princely states indirectly under the British crown, including Jammu and Kashmir to the north. The colony of India enriches the British Empire, including by providing tea, coffee, cotton, and various tax receipts. Portugal and France still control small areas although these are highly dependent on the British colony. While in the 19th century anti-British revolts are quelled, from the early 20th century nationalist movements regain momentum. During the First World War, about one and a half million Indians are drafted in to fight on European fronts and across the British Empire. Despite their loyalty and sacrifice, ...