How were various groups of individuals impacted by Westward expansion? How did the government and new inventions impact westward expansion?

All these factors caused the expansion of Western society and new geographical discoveries.

Explanation:

It is like a man to search for the unknown and seek answers. After the Renaissance, the world became a freer place. Individuals like Christopher Columbus or Vasco de Gama were prominent individuals in the societies in which they lived. They expressed a desire to discover new sea routes and embark on a "journey to the unknown". For this purpose, they used new technological achievements such as the compass and advances in science, specifically cartography. In these efforts, the states or kingdoms saw an opportunity for profit and colonization, so they decided to finance these expeditions.

to unite muslims and hindus in resistance against british colonialism.