Modern History PYQ 24 of 636 · Governor / Governor-General / Viceroy

Who among the following is considered the founder of the British Empire in India?

  1. ALord Cornwallis
  2. BWarren Hastings
  3. CLord Clive
  4. DSir Thomas Roe

B.P.S.C. (CDPO) (Pre) 2005

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Correct answer: (c) Lord Clive

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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