Lesson Plan Class 8 Social Science (History) Chapter 2 From Trade to Territory The Company Establishes Power

This lesson plan for Class 8 Social Science focuses on Chapter 2: “From Trade to Territory: The Company Establishes Power.” The chapter delves into the historical context of how the East India Company transformed from a trading entity to a political power in India. Students will explore the early interactions of Europeans in India, the establishment of trading posts, and the gradual expansion of British influence through treaties and conquests. Key topics include the Battle of Plassey, the Treaty of Allahabad, and the implications of these events on Indian society and governance. The lesson aims to engage students through interactive discussions, map activities to trace territorial expansions, and primary source analysis to understand perspectives from that era.