Key conflict leading to British control in India; pivotal battle for colonial dominance.
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The Battle of Buxar took place near the town of Buxar in Bengal, during a time when the East India Company was expanding its influence in the Indian subcontinent. The British East India Company, led by Hector Munro, faced the alliance of the Mughal Empire, Nawab of Awadh, and Nawab of Bengal.
The outcome of the battle was a decisive victory for the British East India Company. This victory solidified their control over Bengal and ultimately paved the way for further British dominance in the region. The defeated alliance lost not only in military terms but also politically, as it weakened their authority and led to the gradual decline of the Mughal Empire's power.
The Battle of Buxar marked a significant turning point in Indian history, as it laid the foundation for British supremacy in the subcontinent. The British gained significant territorial concessions and tax rights from the Mughal Emperor Shāh 'Ālam II, consolidating their control over large parts of India. The aftermath of the battle also saw the establishment of British dominance in Bengal, which had profound implications for the region's political and economic landscape.
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