Why is Queen Elizabeth so popular?

Her extraordinary reign has seen her travel more widely than any other monarch, undertaking many historic overseas visits. Known for her sense of duty and her devotion to a life of service, she has been an important figurehead for the UK and the Commonwealth during times of enormous social change.

What happened during British rule in India?

The British Raj refers to the period of British rule on the Indian subcontinent between 1858 and 1947. It lasted until 1947, when the British provinces of India were partitioned into two sovereign dominion states: the Dominion of India and the Dominion of Pakistan, leaving the princely states to choose between them.

What is Queen Victoria best known for?

She became Empress of India in 1877. After Queen Elizabeth II, Victoria is the second-longest reigning British monarch. Victoria’s reign saw great cultural expansion; advances in industry, science and communications; and the building of railways and the London Underground.

What makes Rajkot’s royal family so special?

The party here is as opulent as the one in Rajkot – a luxuriously classy affair but this time it is a private gathering of members of the former royalty. Like many of India’s royals, this family has done well for itself in business – it has invested in hydropower, mining, bio-fuel and other sectors.

What was the role of Indian rulers during the British rule?

Under the British, Indian rulers were expected to protect their subjects, adjudicate in disputes and minister justice and punishment. But just as Indian rulers fully adapted to the new imperial regime, they had to change again when India became a republic after independence in 1947.

What do Swedish people think of the royal family?

The royal family has no real power or influence over politics in Sweden, the king isn’t even allowed to vote in elections. Many people almost view the king as a bit of a clown, although not really in a mean way. He has dyslexia and has made a few funny mistakes when he has to write something or hold speeches.

Why is there not more resentment between India and the British?

And, Tushar believes, it is the fact that the Indian opposition to the British was non-violent that is the key to understanding why there is not more resentment and anger between the two nations. “It allowed us to believe we had won independence,” he says.