In which year was the Battle of Plassey fought?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → 1757
On 23 June 1757, at Plassey in Bengal, the East India Company’s forces under Robert Clive defeated Nawab Sirajuddaulah, helped by the betrayal of Mir Jafar. It was the Company’s first major victory in India.