PLASSEY

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SKU: AXCRT0087
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The Battle of Plassey, fought on June 23, 1757, near the village of Plassey in Bengal, India, is a pivotal event in the history of British colonial rule in India. It marked a significant turning point in the power dynamics of the Indian subcontinent. The conflict was primarily between the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive, and the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daulah. Despite being vastly outnumbered, Clive employed shrewd diplomatic maneuvering and strategic alliances, including forming partnerships with disenchanted elements within Siraj-ud-Daulah’s court. The result was a decisive British victory, which had far-reaching consequences. Plassey established British dominance in Bengal, paving the way for subsequent British control over much of India, as the victory allowed the East India Company to gain significant economic and political influence in the region.

Weight	0.68 kg
Written_By	SUDEEP CHAKRAVARTI
Publisher	Aleph Book Company
Book Type	Wisdom Quest
Categories	History
Best For	“British colonial expansion in India. “
Ages	14+
Binding	Paperback
Edition	(10 January 2020)
Isbn	9788194365723
Language	English
Pages	440
Printing Remarks	Imported
Dimension	22.9 x 15.2 x 2.56 cm
Weight	0.68 kg

SKU: AXCRT0087 Category: History & Geography Tag: Wisdom Quest

The Battle of Plassey’s impact extended beyond the military realm, as it marked the beginning of formal British rule in India. The victory granted the East India Company a firmer foothold in Bengal, leading to the establishment of the Company’s rule and the subsequent British colonization of the Indian subcontinent. Plassey laid the foundation for a period of British colonialism characterized by economic exploitation, political control, and significant social and cultural changes in India. The consequences of Plassey reverberated through the years, shaping the trajectory of Indian history and contributing to the complex legacy of colonialism in the region.