GS PrelimsHistory (Modern India)British conquest of India2005

Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of the battles fought in India in the 18th Century?

A

Battle of Wandiwash-Battle of Buzar-Battle of Ambur-Battle of Plassey

B

Battle of Ambur-Battle of Plassey- Battle of Wandiwash-Battle of Buxar

C

Battle of Wandiwash-Battle of Plassey-Battle of Ambur-Battle of Buxar

D

Battle of Ambur-Battle of Buxar- Battle of Wandiwash-Battle of Plassey

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. The question asks for the correct chronological order of battles fought in India in the 18th Century. 2. The dates of the battles are: Battle of Ambur (August 1749), Battle of Plassey (June 1757), Battle of Wandiwash (January 1760), Battle of Buxar (October 1764). 3. Arranging these in chronological order gives: Battle of Ambur -> Battle of Plassey -> Battle of Wandiwash -> Battle of Buxar. 4. Sequence (B) matches this order.

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