The Opium Wars in China were mainly linked with conflict with which country?
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Correct answer: Britain
The Opium Wars were fought mainly between Qing China and Britain in the nineteenth century. British merchants sold opium in China, while Chinese authorities tried to stop the damaging trade. Britain used military force, and China was compelled to accept unequal treaties after defeat. Russia, Italy and Mexico were not the principal opposing power in these wars, so Britain is correct.
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The Opium Wars were fought mainly between Qing China and Britain in the nineteenth century. British merchants sold opium in China, while Chinese authorities tried to stop the damaging trade. Britain used military force, and China was compelled to accept unequal treaties after defeat. Russia, Italy and Mexico were not the principal opposing power in these wars, so Britain is correct.
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This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Colonial Rule and Pastoral Life.
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