Question

What lead to a fierce battle between European trading companies

Answer 1

Explanation:

As competition grew, profits fell, and the European trading companies started building forts and fighting each other. ... The employees of the Company also carried on their private trades, and so were expected to pay duty. But they refused, which angered the Nawab of Bengal, Murshid Quli Khan, and led to fierce battles.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The intense competition to hold a monopoly resulted in fierce battle between the trading companies. Trade was carried on with arms, and fortifications were done to protect the trading posts.