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Which of the following accurately describes the outcome of the Battle of Plassey (1757) in terms of political control?

hard MCQ 3 marks Class 7 · History · Eighteenth-Century Political Formations
  1. British lost control of Bengal
  2. Mughal Empire consolidated power
  3. Company established direct control over Bengal’s administration
  4. Maratha Empire expanded its influence
Answer
Company established direct control over Bengal’s administration

The correct answer is Company established direct control over Bengal’s administration — Match this outcome to the options.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the historical context of the Battle of Plassey.
  2. Recall that the Company won against Nawab Siraj‑ud‑Daulah.
  3. Understand that victory allowed the Company to rule Bengal.
  4. Match this outcome to the options.
Common mistake: Thinking the battle strengthened Mughal authority.

Concept tested: Battle of Plassey and British political control

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