Question Q.12DiscussGS1GS1
The process of consolidation of Bengal, which started after the Battle of Plassey culminated in the Battle of Buxar. Do you think the Battle of Buxar was more important for the British than Plassey? (Answer in 250 words) 15 Marks
Introduction
Battle of Plassey (1757) and Battle of Buxar (1764) were the two wars against British that changed the course of history of India.
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Main Body
Consolidation of Bengal:
1Political impact through puppet rule eg) Mir Kassim, Mir Jafar.
2Economic influence through drawn out free trading rights in Bengal region.
3Dominance over resource-rich region of India.
4Showed the internal weakness of Indian states.
Culmination in battle of Buxar, 1764:
1Defeat of combined forces of Mughal, Awadh and Bengal → more stronghold over Indian affairs.
2Rivwani rights of Bengal, Bihar and Orissa.
3Dominance over Mughal and Awadh state and interference in internal affairs later.
4Private trade of the British were firmly established.
Supporting arguments for Buxar's greater importance:
1Battle of Plassey was won by Clive through intrigues and conspiracy.
2Clive made bankers of the Bengal state with him.
3Diwani rights gained by British after the Buxar war gave them control over foreign trade as well.
4After Battle of Buxar, there were no major challenge from any Bengal ruler, which emerged in form of [illegible] after Plassey.
However, Plassey war helped British win over French in Carnatic through revenue resources and connectivity. Hence, its importance cannot be undermined.
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Conclusion
Battle of Buxar more important than Battle of Plassey
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Diagram
Mind map showing 'Battle of Plassey' with branches connecting to key points about consolidation of Bengal
- Clear mind map structure
- Identifies key political, economic and strategic impacts
- Mentions specific examples like Mir Kassim and Mir Jafar
Topper
Nausheen
AIR 9
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Modern Indian History
British Policies
Battle of Plassey and consolidation of Bengal
Writing Stats
214
Total words
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Paragraphs
analytical
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