Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The Charter of 1683 empowered the Company to raise military forces.
2.In 1688 Mumbai had a municipal government with a mayor.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: The Charter of 1683 empowered the Company to raise military forces and the right to declare war or make peace with the powers in America, Africa and Asia.

  • In 1688 Madras had a municipal government with a mayor.
  • In 1693 the Company obtained another grant of three villages surrounding Madras and in 1702 five more villages were granted.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT


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