"Yes, cultural appropriation was observed during the East India Companys rule in India. The British officials and traders often adopted certain elements of Indian culture, such as clothing, cuisine, and artistic styles, without proper understanding or respect for their cultural significance. They sometimes distorted or commercialized Indian cultural practices, treating them as exotic curiosities or commodities. This cultural appropriation contributed to the exoticization and commodification of Indian culture, perpetuating stereotypes and reinforcing power imbalances."
Did the East India Company engage in any cultural appropriation during its rule in India?