Answer
the following questions in 2-3 sentences each
1.
“Scientific developments led to sea
voyages” Justify
Ans :-
The invention of new scientific instruments like the compass, gun powder, naval
equipments, maps. etc….. helped the sailors in their sea voyages. It led to the
discovers of new sea routes.
2.
How was the European trade conducted with
India in the beginning?
Ans:-
The European trade was carried on via The Persian gulf, Red sea and through the
north-western regions of India during the middle ages. The trade was carried on
the rich cities of Venice, Geneva, Milan and Florence. Italy acted as a
distribution centre for the spices obtained from India.
3.
When and between whom was the Battle of
Plessey fought? What were its results?
Ans :-
The Battle of Plessey was fought in 1757, between Siraj-Ud-Daula and the
British.
Results
·
The English Army under the leadership of
Robert Clive, defeated the Nawab Siraj-Ud-Daula.
·
Mir Jafar was made the Nawab of Bengal.
·
The British got Zamindari rights over 24
paraganas.
4. Describe
the system of Dual Government.
Ans:
The East Indian company’s Governor, Robert clive was introduced the system of
Dual Government in 1765 A.D. in Bengal. According to this, the English got the
rights to collect land revenue & importing of Justice & other
administrative functions were to be carried on by the Nawab.
5. Give
reasons for the discovery of new sea routes to India.
·
The navigators were encouraged by
Europeans.
·
New scientific, discoveries like compass,
gun powder, maps etc. were helped.
·
The stories of wealth & interest of missionaries
also helped.
6. When
& between whom was the battle of Buxar fought? what were the results?
The
Battle of Buxar was fought in 1764 between the British and confederate army of
the mughal emperor shah alam, Siraj-Ud-Daula & Mir Qasim.
Results
·
Bihar, Orissa and Bengal provinces were
acquired by the British.
·
British got the Diwani rights of these provinces
from the Mughal Emperor.
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