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Question

Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: The Battle of Buxar was more decisive than the Battle of Plassey.
Statement-II: It involved combined forces of Indian rulers against the British.

Which one of the following is correct?

  1. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I
  2. Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I
  3. Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect
  4. Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct

Answer:

Option A: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I”.

Battle of Buxar confirmed British dominance as it defeated a coalition of Indian powers.