66th B.P.S.C. Re-Exam (Pre) 2020
Who was the founder of the Empire in India?
aC. Sleeman
bLord Minto
cLord Clive✓ Correct
dLord Mayo
eNone of the above/More than one of the above
Explanation
Lord Clive is considered the founder of the British Empire in India. In the Battle of Plassey (23 June, 1757), Lord Clive led the victorious British forces. After this battle, the foundation of the British Empire in Bengal was laid.
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