With reference to the Second Carnatic War (1749–1754), consider the following statements: 1. Dupleix supported Chanda Sahib in the Carnatic and Muzaffar Jung in Hyderabad to expand French influence. 2. The English supported Nasir Jung and Muhammad Ali to counter the French-backed alliance. 3. Muzaffar Jung ruled Hyderabad for over a decade with French support before being succeeded by Salabat Jung. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Dupleix actively supported Muzaffar Jung in Hyderabad and Chanda Sahib in the Carnatic to establish a French-aligned power structure in southern India.
In opposition to French expansion, the English supported Nasir Jung for the Nizamship and Muhammad Ali as Nawab of Carnatic after the death of Anwar-ud-din at Battle of Ambur (1749).
Muzaffar Jung’s rule was very short-lived; he was assassinated in 1751, not after ruling for a decade. He was soon replaced by Salabat Jung, with French support under General Bussy.

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

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