State PCS PYQPrelims 2023

BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 131

Which treaty was signed after the Battle of Buxar?

  1. The Treaty of Allahabad
  2. The Treaty of Sugauli
  3. The Treaty of Bassein
  4. The Treaty of Salbai
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Answer: (A) The Treaty of Allahabad

Explanation

After Buxar (1764), Clive signed the Treaty of Allahabad (1765) with Shah Alam II and Shuja-ud-Daula.

  • (A) Correct

    Correct: signed in 1765, giving the Company the Diwani of Bengal, Bihar, Orissa.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: ended the Anglo-Nepal War (1816).

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: with the Peshwa (1802).

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: ended the First Anglo-Maratha War (1782).