Which of the following statements is incorrect in reference to the 'dubashes' of Madras living in the 19th century?

A- They were Indians who could speak two languages.

B- They spoke Hindi and English.

C- They worked as agents and merchants.

D- They acted as intermediaries between Indian society and the French.

B and D

Several different communities came and settled in Madras, performing a range of economic functions. The 'DUBASHES' were Indians who could speak two languages- The local language and English.
They worked as agents and merchants, acting as intermediaries between Indian society and the British. They used their privileged position in government to acquire wealth. Their powerful position in society was established by their charitable works and patronage of temples in the Black Town.