1806 in India

In 1806, India experienced significant political and social changes, marked by the continuing influence of British colonial expansion and regional power dynamics. The year witnessed the consolidation of British rule in various territories, particularly following the conclusion of the Second Anglo-Maratha War (1803–1805), which established British dominance over significant portions of central India. The British East India Company expanded its administrative control, further marginalizing indigenous rulers. Additionally, social movements and religious reform began to emerge, reflecting growing discontent among indigenous populations. The rise of various regional powers, such as the Peshwa Baji Rao II, and the burgeoning tension between British authorities and local kingdoms set the stage for future conflicts that would shape the subcontinent's history.