With reference to the First Carnatic War (1746–48), consider the following statements: 1. The war in India was an extension of the Austrian War of Succession being fought in Europe. 2. The Nawab of Carnatic successfully regained control of Madras from the French after the Battle of Adyar. 3. As per the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle, Madras was returned to the British in exchange for Louisburg in North America. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 1 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

The First Carnatic War was the Indian theatre of the Austrian War of Succession, a global conflict involving Britain and France.
The Nawab of Carnatic’s forces were defeated by the French at the Battle of Adyar. Despite sending 10,000 troops, the Nawab failed to regain Madras.
The Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle (1748) ended the war and restored Madras to the British in exchange for Louisburg, a French colony in North America.

Source: NCERT and History Of Modern India – NCERT (Bipin Chandra)

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