Which Mughal emperor handed over the Diwani of Bengal to Robert Clive?

Jahandar Shah

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Aurangzeb

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Shah Alam

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Jahangir

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Solution

The correct option is C Shah Alam
The Mughal emperor Shah Alam handed over the Diwani of Bengal to Robert Clive. This took place on 12th August 1765.

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