Question

What was the significance of the Battle of Plassey in 1757 C.E.?

• A. The British were defeated by the Nawab of Bengal.
• B. The first time that the Company had fought in India.
• C. The Battle marked the beginning of the British rule in India.
• D. The first time an Indian army had defeated the British in battle.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B The first time that the Company had fought in India.
C The Battle marked the beginning of the British rule in India.

In the Battle of Plassey in the year 1757 CE, Siraj-ud-Daulah was defeated and murdered. This was the first time that the Company had fought in India. It was a turning point in history and marked the beginning of British rule in India.