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Mir Qasim and the British East India Company

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What significant administrative change did Mir Kasim make regarding the capital of Bengal?

He transferred the capital from Murshidabad to Munghyr.

How did Mir Kasim's relationship with local merchants evolve due to the Company’s actions?

Local merchants faced unfair competition from the British East India Company, leading to tension.

What was the impact of tax removal on local traders by Mir Kasim?

It alleviated pressure on local traders but jeopardized the treasury's stability.

What modernization efforts did Mir Kasim undertake in his military?

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What allegations did Mir Kasim face that contributed to financial difficulties for his kingdom?

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Who was Mir Kasim?

Mir Kasim was a Nawab of Bengal who initially maintained a good relationship with the British East India Company. He implemented policies that modernized his kingdom but also faced financial difficulties.

Why did Mir Kasim relocate the capital?

Mir Kasim moved the capital of Bengal from Murshidabad to Munghyr. This was a strategic decision to strengthen his control.

How did Mir Kasim seek to modernize his army?

Mir Kasim tried to create a modernized army. He believed that a more effective military force was essential for his kingdom's security.

Why did Mir Kasim resist powerful merchants?

Mir Kasim sought to reduce the influence of wealthy merchants, including the Company's officials, in his kingdom. This aimed to limit their economic power.

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What were the main tensions between Mir Kasim and the British East India Company?

The British East India Company officials were accused of illegal trading practices that hurt local merchants and financially strained the Nawab's kingdom.

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Mir Qasim and the British East India Company

Mir Qasim, a nawab, was supported by the British East India Company after the Battle of Buxar.
Mir Qasim gave the company 2.9 million rupees.
Mir Qasim transferred the rights to the provinces of Bhadaman, Medinipur, and Chittagong.
Mir Qasim's actions were not welcomed by the company initially, but later they became a significant cause for dispute.

Political and Economic Conflicts

Mir Qasim shifted the capital to Murshidabad from Mungir.
Mir Qasim replaced the old army with a new one.
Relations between Mir Qasim and the company deteriorated due to conflicts over trade and taxes.
Illegal trading activities by company officials caused financial problems for Bengal.
Local traders faced unfair competition from the company.
Conflicts between Mir Qasim and the company led to tension.
Mir Qasim removed taxes from local traders to save the economy.

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This quiz explores the historical relationship between Mir Qasim and the British East India Company, focusing on key events after the Battle of Buxar. It covers Mir Qasim's policies, economic conflicts, and the resulting tensions with the company. Test your knowledge on this crucial period in Indian history.