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What was the primary role of Mir Jafar as the Nawab of Bengal?
What was the primary role of Mir Jafar as the Nawab of Bengal?
What significant rights were granted to the British East India Company under Mir Jafar's rule?
What significant rights were granted to the British East India Company under Mir Jafar's rule?
What was one of the economic consequences of the British East India Company's activities in Bengal?
What was one of the economic consequences of the British East India Company's activities in Bengal?
How much monetary tribute did Mir Jafar pay to the British East India Company?
How much monetary tribute did Mir Jafar pay to the British East India Company?
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What was a major impact of the British control over Bengal on local artisans?
What was a major impact of the British control over Bengal on local artisans?
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What event sparked the fierce competition between the British and French in India?
What event sparked the fierce competition between the British and French in India?
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Who led the French forces during the First Carnatic War?
Who led the French forces during the First Carnatic War?
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What was a major consequence of the First Carnatic War?
What was a major consequence of the First Carnatic War?
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Which candidates did the British and French support in the Second Carnatic War?
Which candidates did the British and French support in the Second Carnatic War?
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What triggered the First Carnatic War?
What triggered the First Carnatic War?
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What was the primary focus of the Second Carnatic War?
What was the primary focus of the Second Carnatic War?
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How did the French East India Company primarily operate in India?
How did the French East India Company primarily operate in India?
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What was the outcome of the Second Carnatic War for the French?
What was the outcome of the Second Carnatic War for the French?
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What was the primary reason for conflict between the British East India Company and Siraj ud Daulah?
What was the primary reason for conflict between the British East India Company and Siraj ud Daulah?
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What significant event occurred after Siraj ud Daulah captured Fort William?
What significant event occurred after Siraj ud Daulah captured Fort William?
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What was the outcome of the Battle of Plassey for Siraj ud Daulah?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Plassey for Siraj ud Daulah?
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Who led the conspiracy against Siraj ud Daulah before the Battle of Plassey?
Who led the conspiracy against Siraj ud Daulah before the Battle of Plassey?
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What did Farrukhsiyar grant the East India Company through a farman?
What did Farrukhsiyar grant the East India Company through a farman?
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What happened to Mir Jafar after the Battle of Plassey?
What happened to Mir Jafar after the Battle of Plassey?
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What was known as the Black Hole Tragedy?
What was known as the Black Hole Tragedy?
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What marked the beginning of the political supremacy of the British East India Company in Bengal?
What marked the beginning of the political supremacy of the British East India Company in Bengal?
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What was the main feature of the Dual Government System established in Bengal?
What was the main feature of the Dual Government System established in Bengal?
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What significant event occurred in Bengal in 1772?
What significant event occurred in Bengal in 1772?
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Which individual was appointed as the new Governor General of Bengal in 1772?
Which individual was appointed as the new Governor General of Bengal in 1772?
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Where was the capital of Bengal relocated after the abolishment of the Dual Government?
Where was the capital of Bengal relocated after the abolishment of the Dual Government?
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What was one impact of the Dual Government System on Bengal's population?
What was one impact of the Dual Government System on Bengal's population?
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Which event was associated with the signing of the Treaty of Allahabad in 1500?
Which event was associated with the signing of the Treaty of Allahabad in 1500?
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How did the East India Company manage the administration of Bengal during the Dual Government?
How did the East India Company manage the administration of Bengal during the Dual Government?
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What consequence did the Dual Government System lead to in terms of economic stability?
What consequence did the Dual Government System lead to in terms of economic stability?
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What led to the decline of the economic condition of the British East India Company after the Battle of Plassey?
What led to the decline of the economic condition of the British East India Company after the Battle of Plassey?
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What was one of Mir Qasim's first actions during his rule in Bengal?
What was one of Mir Qasim's first actions during his rule in Bengal?
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Which event marked a significant military victory for the British East India Company?
Which event marked a significant military victory for the British East India Company?
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What was the consequence of the Battle of Buxar for the Mughal Emperor?
What was the consequence of the Battle of Buxar for the Mughal Emperor?
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What action did Mir Qasim take to protect local merchants against the Company?
What action did Mir Qasim take to protect local merchants against the Company?
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What was the impact of Mir Qasim’s reforms on the East India Company?
What was the impact of Mir Qasim’s reforms on the East India Company?
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Which alliance did Mir Qasim seek after being deposed?
Which alliance did Mir Qasim seek after being deposed?
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What was a major consequence of the reforms implemented by Mir Qasim?
What was a major consequence of the reforms implemented by Mir Qasim?
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Study Notes
Advent of the East India Company
- 15th century marked European global expansion, fueled by the discovery of new trade routes.
- Vasco da Gama discovered the sea route to India in 1498, opening trade opportunities.
- Following Portuguese traders, Dutch, Spanish, French, and English traders sought markets in India.
- Intense competition, especially between the French and English, led to the Carnatic Wars.
Carnatic Wars
- The French East India Company based in Pondicherry competed with the British East India Company.
- First Carnatic War (1744-1748) began due to Anglo-French hostilities influenced by broader European conflicts.
- Madras fell to French forces under Joseph François Dupleix; the British later regained control after the European war ended.
- Second Carnatic War (1749) focused on succession disputes in Hyderabad and Carnatic, with the British emerging victorious.
Conquest of Bengal
- By the 18th century, Bengal was India's richest and most fertile province, crucial for the East India Company's trade.
- In 1750, Bengal made up 75% of the Company's procurement, leading to increased power and control.
- Siraj ud Daulah, Nawab of Bengal, opposed the Company's expanding influence, leading to confrontation.
Black Hole Tragedy
- Siraj ud Daulah captured Fort William in 1756, imprisoning 146 Company soldiers in the 'Black Hole' where only 23 survived.
Battle of Plassey (1757)
- East India Company, under Robert Clive, conspired to replace Siraj ud Daulah with Mir Jafar.
- The battle resulted in a decisive victory for the British, with Siraj ud Daulah executed.
Consequences of the Battle of Plassey
- Mir Jafar became the nominal Nawab, with real power held by the East India Company.
- The Company acquired the zamindari rights to 24 Parganas and imposed heavy tributes on the local economy.
- Exploitation led to the decline of the indigenous textile industry and artisan unemployment.
Bengal Under Mir Qasim
- Mir Qasim succeeded Mir Jafar; initiated reforms to improve Bengal's economy and limit the Company's power.
- The Company misused trade privileges, prompting Mir Qasim to challenge their authority and eventually leading to conflict.
Battle of Buxar (1764)
- Following Mir Qasim’s defeat, the Company secured control over Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha, consolidating their power in India.
Consequences of the Battle of Buxar
- Establishment of the Company as the true power in Bengal, diminishing the Nawab's authority and the Mughal Emperor's influence.
Dual Government System
- Treaty of Allahabad granted Diwani rights to the Company, granting control over revenue collection without administration responsibilities.
- The Nawab was left with administrative burdens but deprived of economic power.
- This led to economic decline in Bengal and severe famines in 1772 and 1779, with no aid from the Company.
End of the Dual Government System
- Lord Warren Hastings was appointed the first Governor General of Bengal in 1772, abolishing the Dual Government.
- The capital shifted from Murshidabad to Calcutta, which later became the capital of all British India.
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Explore the significant events surrounding the East India Company's rise during the 15th to 18th centuries. This quiz covers the competition between European traders, the Carnatic Wars, and the conquest of Bengal, highlighting key historical figures and battles. Test your knowledge on this crucial period of colonial history!
