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प्रश्न
Answer the following question briefly:
The Battle of Plassey was a major turning point in the history of India. In this context answer the following question:
Give an account of the events leading from the conspiracy to replace Siraj-ud-Daulah to his eventual defeat in the Battle of Plassey.
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उत्तर
The Battle of Plassey fought on June 23, 1757, was a major turning point in Indian history. It was preceded by a series of conspiratorial events. The British East India Company, led by Robert Clive, conspired with Siraj-ud-Daulah's disgruntled generals and nobles, including Mir Jafar. Siraj-ud-Daulah, the Nawab of Bengal, had antagonized the British and his own court with his policies. The conspiracy aimed to replace Siraj-ud-Daulah with Mir Jafar, who promised support to the British. On the battlefield, Mir Jafar and his troops betrayed Siraj-ud-Daulah, leading to his defeat and eventual execution. This victory allowed the British to gain significant control over Bengal and laid the foundation for British colonial rule in India.
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Mir Qasim was a competent ruler, determined to free himself from foreign control. In this context answer the following:
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With reference to the Treaty of Allahabad and its impact, answer the following:
Explain how the treaty between Robert Clive and the Mughal emperor Shah Alam II legalized English East India’s Company’s control over Bengal.
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With reference to the Treaty of Allahabad and its impact, answer the following:
Give an account of the events that followed the death of Mir Jafar, leading to the establishment of the Company as the real ruler of Bengal.
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The Battle of Buxar led to the foundation of British empire in India.
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Why did Mir Jafar enter into a conflict with the English East India Company?
