Question

what is the historical importance of the battle of buxar ?

Answer 1

$\bf{Importance \ of \ Battle \ of \ Buxar}$

$\rightarrow$ The battle of buxar enhanced the power of East India Company. It managed to extend its Jurisdiction beyond the boundary of Bengal.

$\rightarrow$ It got an opportunity to enter successfully into the politics of India. It helped the British to carve out their empire in India.

$\rightarrow$ The company gained the rule and the diwani (right to collect revenue) from Bengal, Bihar and Orissa.

$\rightarrow$ In the words of Sir James Stephen "The battle of Buxar deserve far more credit than the battle of Plassey as the origin of the British Power of India "

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