Question Q.12GS1GS1
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
The Battle of Plassey fought in 1757 between the British and Bengali Nawab was won by the British through treachery.
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Main Body
However, it gave the British access to economic resources of Bengal. The Battle of Buxar fought in 1764, was more important than Battle of Plassey because:
It led to the defeat of Mughal emperor Shah Alam II
Thus, British gained access to resources of the entire country through the Treaty of Allahabad signed in 1765.
The British gained political control over the entire India as the Mughal ruler was defeated.
Since the Nawab of Awadh, Shuja-ud-Daulah was also defeated, the British gained access to Awadh.
Since the Battle of Buxar was a hard-fought battle between the British and the joint army of Shah Alam II, Shuja-ud-Daulah and Mir Qasim, hence Battle of Buxar was more important than Battle of Plassey.
125 words6 paragraphs5 bullet points
Answer continues on next page
- Clear comparative analysis between Plassey and Buxar
- Bullet-point structure for easy understanding
- Mentions key figures and treaties
- Explains both political and economic significance
Topper
Ruhani
AIR 5
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Modern Indian History
British Expansion in India
Battle of Buxar and British Consolidation
Writing Stats
145
Total words
6
Paragraphs
5
Bullets
Academic and structured
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