The Battle of Plassey was fought in the year: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Battle of Plassey was fought in the year:

A. 1764

B. 1526

C. 1857

D. 1757

Answer: Option D

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The Battle of Plassey in 1757 marked the beginning of British political control in India with the defeat of Siraj ud-Daulah.

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