why did ruling the country side become a necessity?

Dear Student,
The following points will help you:
  • Local powers were not destroyed impulsively but kept under some control as it would cause problems.
  • British being an alien power needed to pacify those who in the past had ruled the countryside, and enjoyed authority and prestige.
  • The British also wanted more revenues and influence in the region.

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