PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2019
Answer
1764
Explanation
The Battle of Buxar was fought on October 22, 1764. It was a decisive conflict between the British East India Company, led by Hector Munro, and the combined armies of Mir Qasim (Nawab of Bengal), Shuja-ud-Daula (Nawab of Awadh), and the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II. The British won a resounding victory, which firmly established their dominance and territorial control over the Indian subcontinent.
Key Points
- > The Battle of Buxar led to the signing of the Treaty of Allahabad in 1765.
- > Through this treaty, the British acquired the 'Diwani' rights (right to collect tax) of Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha.
- > The Battle of Plassey was fought earlier in 1757, laying the foundation of British rule.
- > Henry Vansittart was the Governor of Bengal during the Battle of Buxar.
- > After the defeat, Mir Qasim fled to the northwest, while Shuja-ud-Daula and Shah Alam II surrendered.
Additional Information
Important Battles of Modern India
| Battle Name | Year | Fought Between | Victor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle of Plassey | 1757 | Siraj-ud-Daulah vs Robert Clive | British EIC |
| Battle of Wandiwash | 1760 | British vs French forces | British EIC |
| Battle of Buxar | 1764 | Combined Indian forces vs Hector Munro | British EIC |
| Third Panipat | 1761 | Marathas vs Ahmad Shah Abdali | Afghans |
Memory Tips
- 7-Year Gap: The Battle of Buxar (1764) happened exactly 7 years after the Battle of Plassey (1757).