give reason in 1764 the battle of buxar became the landmark for british rule in indian subcontinent
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The battle of Plassey secured a foothold for the British East India company in India, while the Battle of Buxar made them the dominant force in India. The company after the Battle of Buxar, gained supreme control over the administration or Nizamat of Bengal.
Shah Alam-II was now the titular ruler of Mughal Empire. Company got the Diwani , by which it was able to collect the revenue of Bengal, Bihar and Orissa. As the Diwan, the company was able to collect taxes while on the other hand they had the power to nominate the Subedar on behalf of the Nawab. Thus, they also gained administrative power.
They controlled the army and finances directly and its administration indirectly. As a consequence, British had power without responsibility, while the Nawabs had only responsibility of administration but no power to perform the responsibilities.
The Battle of Buxar proved to be decisive resulting in the establishment of British sovereignty in Bengal. This Battle brought out the political weakness and military shortcomings of the Indians and the hollowness of the Mughal Empire.