4.Battle of Carnatic-1 Flashcards
What was the Third Carnatic War, and what was its impact on other continents?
The Third Carnatic War (1758-63) was an extension of a war in Europe that lasted from 1756 to 1763. Its impact was felt across other continents like Asia, Europe, North and South America, and Africa, where the British had their possessions.
Who were the opposing sides in the Third Carnatic War in India?
The opposing sides in the Third Carnatic War in India were Britain and France.
What were some of the notable events of the Third Carnatic War?
The French army captured English forts and possessions, while the English retaliated on the French fleet. The Battle of Wandiwash, which took place in 1760, was also an important battle of this war.
What was the Battle of Wandiwash, and when did it take place?
The Battle of Wandiwash took place on 22 January 1760. It was a battle between the English, led by General Eyre Coote, and the French, led by Count Thomas Arthur de Lally.
What was the outcome of the Battle of Wandiwash?
The English entered Puducherry and all settlements of the French, and in Wandiwash, the French suffered a crushing defeat. Pondicherry, Mahe, and Karaikal all went to the English.
When did the Third Carnatic War end, and what was the outcome of the Treaty of Paris?
The Third Carnatic War ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1763. As per the treaty, Pondicherry and Chandernagore returned to France only for trading purposes.
What was the impact of the Third Carnatic War on British supremacy in India?
After the end of the Third Carnatic War, the English had no rivals in India, and they established their supremacy in India among all Europeans.
What made Bengal the wealthiest province of the Mughal empire?
Bengal was the most fertile land in the Mughal empire and was a trade junction where many exchanges of goods used to take place which led to profit for Bengal. This made Bengal the richest province of the Mughal empire.
What areas make up Bengal today?
Present-day West Bengal and Bangladesh and parts of Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha make up Bengal.
What were some of the goods that were exported from Bengal?
Silk, textile, and saltpeter were some of the goods that were exported from Bengal.
How much of the total British imports from Asia was going through Bengal?
60% of the total British imports from Asia were going through Bengal.
What happened in the year 1707 that is considered a landmark year in Indian history?
The year 1707 is considered a landmark year in Indian history because Mughal ruler Aurangzeb died in this year, which led to the commencement of modern history.
Why did the English start expanding their rule in India?
Later Mughals were indisciplined and were not effective in ruling, so the English started expanding their rule in India.
Who was Farrukh Siyar, and what was the Farman of 1717?
Farrukh Siyar was a weak ruler of the Mughal empire. He issued Royal Farman to the British in 1717, which is popularly known as the Farman of 1717.
What is the Farman of 1717?
The Farman of 1717 was a royal decree issued by Mughal Emperor Farrukh Siyar granting the British East India Company the right to issue duty-free trade passes called DASTAK in Bengal.
What is the meaning of DASTAK?
DASTAK is a Persian word that means a duty-free trade pass.
What were the terms of the Farman of 1717?
Under the Farman of 1717, the British were granted the right to issue duty-free trade passes in Bengal and were required to pay an annual fee of 3000 rupees to the Nawab of Bengal.
Why did the British East India Company start misusing the DASTAK pass?
The British East India Company started misusing the DASTAK pass by using it for more than just trade purposes and making profits through smuggling and other illegal activities.
What was the conflict that arose between the Nawab of Bengal and the British?
The conflict between the Nawab of Bengal and the British arose when the British started misusing the DASTAK pass granted to them by the Farman of 1717.
Who founded the city of Murshidabad and made it the capital of Bengal?
Murshid Quli Khan founded the city of Murshidabad and made it the capital of Bengal.
Who was the Nawab of Bengal before Siraj-Ud-Daula, and when did he die?
Alivardi Khan was the Nawab of Bengal before Siraj-Ud-Daula, and he died in 1756.
Who became the Nawab of Bengal after Alivardi Khan?
Siraj-Ud-Daula became the Nawab of Bengal after Alivardi Khan.
How was Siraj-Ud-Daula described in the text?
Siraj-Ud-Daula was described as young, immature, and short-tempered.
What did the British do that angered Siraj-Ud-Daula, leading to the Black Hole tragedy?
The British started the fortification of Fort Williams without the permission of Nawab, which angered Siraj-Ud-Daula, leading to the Black Hole tragedy where he confined around 146 Britishers in a dark room prison and 123 prisoners died of suffocation.
