Which Mughal emperor gave permission to the British to fortify their settlement at Calcutta, leading to the establishment of Fort William? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which Mughal emperor gave permission to the British to fortify their settlement at Calcutta, leading to the establishment of Fort William?

A. Muhammad Shah

B. Farrukhsiyar

C. Jahangir

D. Aurangzeb

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

In 1696, the British obtained permission from the Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah to fortify their settlement at Calcutta. This led to the construction of Fort William.

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