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Q: Who signed the treaty of Alinagar with the British?
  • A. Alivardi Khan
  • B. Mir Jafar
  • C. Mir Qasim
  • D. Siraj-ud-Daula
Correct Answer: Option D - The Treaty of Alinagar was signed on 9 February 1757 between Robert Clive of the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daulah. The treaty restored Calcutta to the East India company with its privileges and permitted the fortification of the town and the coining of money. The treaty was named after the short-lived title given to Calcutta by Siraj after his capture of the city.
D. The Treaty of Alinagar was signed on 9 February 1757 between Robert Clive of the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daulah. The treaty restored Calcutta to the East India company with its privileges and permitted the fortification of the town and the coining of money. The treaty was named after the short-lived title given to Calcutta by Siraj after his capture of the city.

Explanations:

The Treaty of Alinagar was signed on 9 February 1757 between Robert Clive of the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daulah. The treaty restored Calcutta to the East India company with its privileges and permitted the fortification of the town and the coining of money. The treaty was named after the short-lived title given to Calcutta by Siraj after his capture of the city.