Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Colonial cities

Question:

From which of the following did the Britishers face rivalry in Madras in the first half of the 18th Century?

Options:

Portuguese

French

Dutch

Italian

Correct Answer:

French

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2 - French

Rivalry (1746-63) with the French East India Company led the British to fortify Madras and give their representatives increased political and administrative functions.