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Answer the following question briefly:
The Battle of Plassey was a major turning point in the history of India. In this context answer the following question:
Why is this battle considered a major turning point in the history of India?
Solution
The Battle of Plassey was a major turning point in the history of India:
- It paved the way for the establishment of British rule in Bengal and, eventually, the rest of India.
- It transformed a trading company into political power.
- It provided the British with the vast resources of Bengal, which helped them to win the Third Carnatic war and other expeditions in India.
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| Column A | Column B |
| 1. Shuja-ud-daulah | (a) Nawab of Bengal |
| 2. Shah Alam II | (b) Founder of British Empire in India |
| 3. Mir Qasim | (c) 1765 |
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| 7. Grant of Diwani | (g) Mughal Emperor |
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