INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
DECLINE OF FEUDALISM
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to keep goods at a stable price
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to set up schools and universities
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to gain independence from feudal lords
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to avoid being overrun by the army
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Detailed explanation-1: -to avoid being overrun by the army.
Detailed explanation-2: -Many towns became independent by purchasing a royal charter. A charter granted them the right to govern themselves, make laws, and raise taxes. Free towns were often governed by a mayor and a town council. Power gradually shifted from feudal lords to the rising class of merchants and craftspeople.
Detailed explanation-3: -Royal Charters, granted by the Sovereign on the advice of the Privy Council, have a history dating back to the 13th century. Their original purpose was to create public or private corporations (including towns and cities), and to define their privileges and purpose.
Detailed explanation-4: -Terms of the Royal Charter The British government remained the sole owner of the colony and the company was to act on the advice of the Secretary of State for Colonies. Practice good governance. The company had to have its headquarters in Great Britain. Preserve peace and order.
Detailed explanation-5: -Answer: The limitation of the Royal charter was that no other trading group other than the East India company could compete in spice trading on the east and west coasts of India. Explanation: On December 31, 1600, Queen Elizabeth I granted the East India Company a Royal Charter.