Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Battle of Buxer”:
1.It was fought in 1757.
2.The victory of the British led to the signing of the Treaty of Allahabad (1765).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: After fleeing from Bengal Mir Qasim aligned with the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II and the Nawab of Oudh, Shuja-ud-daulah, who were equally aggrieved by the interference of the Company in their internal affairs. They declared war against the British.
- The battle was fought at Buxar (1764). By virtue of its superior armed the Company forces won the battle.
- The victory of the British led to the signing of the Treaty of Allahabad (1765) by Robert Clive with Shah Alam II.
Source: NCERT
