Indian Opium Trade

The Indian opium trade involved cultivating and exporting opium from India, primarily during British colonial rule, to meet global demand. India became a major source of raw opium, which was exported to countries like China, where it contributed to social issues like addiction and conflicts such as the Opium Wars. The British government controlled the production and trade, balancing revenue interests with international pressure and regulation. This trade significantly impacted India's economy and social fabric, shaping its history and relationships with other nations during the 18th and 19th centuries.