Q. The “Battle of Arcot” was took place between the English and?

[A] French

[B] Dutch

[C] Portuguese

[D] Danish

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: Battle of Arcot (c.1751 CE): Robert Clive (an English officer) suggested a plan to attack Arcot (capital of Carnatic) which was approved by Governor Saunders and an army with Robert Clive and Major Lawrence.

  • Clive captured Arcot and earned the tag of Hero of Arcot. Meanwhile, French forces and Chanda Sahib were defeated at Arni and Kaveripakkam.
  • Chanda Sahib was beheaded in c.1752 CE. Since Dupleix failed to capture Tiruchirapalli, he was recalled to France in c.1754 CE.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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