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1757 ke Plassey ke yudh se British Bharat ki itihas badli. Discuss. (Answer in 250 words) / The British victory in the Battle of Plassey in 1757 not just changed the course of Indian history but also that of the world. Discuss.

Introduction

The British comprehensively won Battle of Plassey in 1757 against Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah of Bengal due to clever diplomacy & treachery of Nawab's "allies."

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Main Body

Battle: Fought between Siraj-ud-daulah & Robert Clive with Mir Jafar & son Meron who defeated larger army of the Nawab

Changed course of Indian History

I. Political Impact

Control of Rich Bengal: Gave great money & power to British

First Indian territory under European rule since Alexander the Great War

Dual Control (Bengal): with all powers & no responsibility with British

II. Economic Impact

Resource Rich Bengal: and its Diwani right filled company coffers

Impoverished people: due to heavy tax

(Eg) Permanent Settlement of Bengal under Lord Cornwallis

Changed course of World History

I. Colonial House

1Established Britain: as foremost global power due to control over richest country (Indian state in world economy)

2Great Rivalry (Great Game): Began between Britain, France & Russia to expand control of India & passes in Hindu-Kush Himalaya. (Pg) Baln pass

3Started Pax Britannica: due to industrial boom of Britain at expense of deindustrialization of India

expend control of India & passes in Hindu-Kush Himalaya. (Pg) Baln pass

3Started Pax Britannica: due to industrial boom of Britain at expense of deindustrialization of India

II. Other colonies

1Distracted Britain from US: due to reduced importance relative to India

2Hastened American Revolution: due to oppressive British policies. (Eg) Boston tea party

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Conclusion

Battle of Plassey changed course of India & world & ensued unchallenged British supremacy for 150 years until World War I in 1914.

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Clear chronological placement
Identifies key participants
Mentions treachery as a critical factor
Discusses political impact

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Aditya Mathur

AIR 98

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Topic

Modern Indian History

British Policies

Battle of Plassey and British Expansion

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