Question

Which of the following was the consequences of Anglo-Maratha war?

• A. Bombay came under the control of English East India Company.
• B. Shifting of export base from Surat port to Bombay port.
• C. Establishment of $1$st cotton mill in Bombay.
• D. Bombay became the capital of Bombay presidency.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Bombay became the capital of Bombay presidency.

The Anglo-Maratha war was fought between the Maratha Army and the English East India Company. The Surat Treaty was the direct provocation for the first war between Maratha Army and the British East India Company. The consequences of this war was Bombay became the capital of Bombay presidency.