How long did British colonial rule last in India?

Almost two centuries

The structure of India’s presentday economy is not just of current making; it has its roots steeped in history, particularly in the period when India was under British rule which lasted for almost two centuries before India finally won its independence on 15 August 1947.

Detailed Explanation: British colonial rule in India lasted for nearly 200 years, from the mid-18th century to the mid-20th century. The British East India Company established its first foothold in India in 1612, but it was not until the Battle of Plassey in 1757 that the company gained significant control over large parts of the country. Following the uprising of 1857, known as the Indian Rebellion or the Sepoy Mutiny, the British Crown assumed direct control of India from the East India Company in 1858. This marked the beginning of the British Raj, which continued until India gained independence on August 15, 1947.