In which year did the British achieve political power in India?

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (C) 1757

The British achieved political power in India after the Battle of Plassey in 1757. This battle was fought between the forces of Siraj-ud-Daulah, the Nawab of Bengal, and the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive. The British victory in this battle marked the beginning of their dominance in India as they gained control over Bengal, which later paved the way for British rule across the subcontinent.

• The Battle of Plassey took place on June 23, 1757.
• The victory was facilitated by the betrayal of Mir Jafar, who was a commander in Siraj-ud-Daulah’s army.
• The British influence expanded further after the Battle of Buxar (1764), where they defeated the combined forces of Mir Qasim (Nawab of Bengal), Shuja-ud-Daula (Nawab of Awadh), and the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II.
• The British obtained Diwani Rights (Revenue Collection Rights) in Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa in 1765, further strengthening their control.

• 1657: No significant British control in India; the Mughal Empire was still dominant.
• 1857: The Revolt of 1857 took place, leading to the formal end of the Mughal rule and the British Crown taking direct control over India in 1858.
• 1947: India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947.