Bombay Presidency

The Bombay Presidency was an administrative region established by the British during their colonial rule in India, primarily between the 17th and 20th centuries. It encompassed major areas like present-day Maharashtra, Gujarat, and parts of Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka. The presidency served as a vital center for trade, governance, and cultural exchange, with Mumbai (then Bombay) as its capital. The Bombay Presidency played a key role in the British Empire's economic activities in India and contributed to social and political changes leading up to India’s independence. Its legacy influences the region’s identity and development today.