Battle of Plassey: Causes and Context

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What was the Battle of Plassey?

The Battle of Plassey was a decisive victory of the British East India Company over the Nawab of Bengal and his French allies on 23 June 1757.

Who were the main parties involved in the Battle of Plassey?

The main parties were the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive, and the forces of the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj ud-Daulah, along with his French allies.

What date did the Battle of Plassey take place?

The Battle of Plassey took place on June 23, 1757.

Why was the Battle of Plassey significant?

The battle marked the beginning of British colonial rule in India and was crucial for the expansion of British power in Bengal and eventually the whole Indian subcontinent.

What were the underlying causes of the Battle of Plassey?

The underlying causes included the growing tensions between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal, economic interests, and the nawab’s support of the French.




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1. What was the Battle of Plassey?

The first conflict between British and French forces in India.

The Battle of Plassey was a decisive victory of the British East India Company over the Nawab of Bengal and his French allies on 23 June 1757.

A naval battle fought between British and French fleets in the Indian Ocean.

The final battle to establish French dominance in India.

2. Who were the main parties involved in the Battle of Plassey?

The British monarchy and Indian sepoys.

The British East India Company, led by Robert Clive, and the forces of the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj ud-Daulah, along with his French allies.

French colonists and Indian rebels.

The Dutch East India Company and Indian traders.

3. What date did the Battle of Plassey take place?

June 23, 1757.

April 5, 1775.

September 10, 1760.

August 15, 1743.

4. Why was the Battle of Plassey significant?

It was the first battle to use artillery.

The battle marked the beginning of British colonial rule in India and was crucial for the expansion of British power in Bengal and eventually the whole Indian subcontinent.

It marked the end of the British East India Company.

The first Indian victory against British forces.

5. What were the underlying causes of the Battle of Plassey?

Religious differences between Bengal and British authorities.

A misunderstood trade agreement.

The underlying causes included the growing tensions between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal, economic interests, and the nawab’s support of the French.

A dispute over land allocations in South India.