Question

How did Calcutta become a Presidency city in India?

Answer 1

1. In 1690, the English merchants founded a settlement at Sultanate.
2. In 1698 they secured zamindari rights over Sutanuti, Calcutta, and Gobindpur.
3. The Company established Fort William at Calcutta.
4. Thus Calcutta became president with a Governor and Council to manage its affairs.