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Answer the following question briefly:
Mir Qasim was a competent ruler, determined to free himself from foreign control. In this context answer the following:
Explain the importance of the Battle of Buxar.
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Solution
- The victory of the British in the Battle of Buxar firmly established them as masters of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa.
- It gave them political influence and control over Awadh and the Mughal emperor.
- It laid the foundation of British rule in India.
- At this time, Robert Clive returned to India as the governor of Bengal.
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| Column A | Column B |
| 1. Shuja-ud-daulah | (a) Nawab of Bengal |
| 2. Shah Alam II | (b) Founder of British Empire in India |
| 3. Mir Qasim | (c) 1765 |
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