British colonial ideals were spread through the Empire by promoting Liberalism. There were two main interpretations of Liberalism: one focused on individual freedom and limited state power, while the other emphasized equality under the law and using the state to maintain order. This led to conflicts between colonists and British officials, seen in events like the American Revolution. The chapter explores how these differing views of Liberalism developed and clashed, using examples from the histories of India and the West Indies.