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Q: Joseph Francois Dupleix was the Governor General of which of the following east India companies in India?
  • A. French
  • B. Dutch
  • C. English
  • D. Portuguese
Correct Answer: Option A - Joseph Francois Dupleix was the Governor General of the French east India company in India. He served as the Governor General from 1742 to 1754. Dupleix was known for his ambitious plans to expand French influence in India and played a key role in the first Carnatic wars (1746-1748).
A. Joseph Francois Dupleix was the Governor General of the French east India company in India. He served as the Governor General from 1742 to 1754. Dupleix was known for his ambitious plans to expand French influence in India and played a key role in the first Carnatic wars (1746-1748).

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Joseph Francois Dupleix was the Governor General of the French east India company in India. He served as the Governor General from 1742 to 1754. Dupleix was known for his ambitious plans to expand French influence in India and played a key role in the first Carnatic wars (1746-1748).