First China war fought (1839-42) between China and Britain is known as:

Correct answer: B. Opium War

  • A. Balkan War
  • B. Opium War
  • C. Battle of Mycale
  • D. Boer War

Explanation

The 1839–1842 conflict between Britain and China was the First Opium War. Britain used military force to compel China to permit the opium trade and open ports to British commerce.

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