Who founded the independent State of Bengal?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Murshid Quli Khan.
 Murshid Quli Khan founded the independent State of Bengal.
 He served as the governor of Bengal under the Mughal Empire from 1717 to 1727.
 He consolidated his power and established an independent state with its capital at Murshidabad.
 Murshid Quli Khan implemented significant revenue and administrative reforms to strengthen his control.
 His policies transformed Bengal into a major center of trade and commerce.
 By reducing dependence on the Mughal Empire, he effectively asserted Bengal’s independence.
 His leadership laid the foundation for Bengal's prosperity and influence.
 The founder of the independent State of Bengal was Murshid Quli Khan, who served as the governor of Bengal under the Mughal Empire from 1717 to 1727.