Question

Why did the company want a puppet ruler in India

Answer 1

Answer:

The British East India Company wanted a puppet ruler, who would willingly allow the company ttrade concessions and other privileges. The Nawab of Bengal Siraj-ud-Daulah was not happy with the British, therefore they fought the battle of Plassey (1757).May

Answer 2

For the following reasons the British East India Company wanted a puppet ruler:

• To consolidate its power and authority.
• A puppet ruler could easily grant the trading permits and other rights to the company.
• The puppet ruler would work in their favor and rule according to them. Moreover, it was easier for the new conqueror to rule the land with the one who had ruled.