In which year did the British gain control of Delhi after defeating the Marathas?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1803.
The British gained control of Delhi in the year 1803 after defeating the Marathas in the Second Anglo-Maratha War. The decisive battle was the Battle of Delhi, fought between the forces of the British East India Company led by General Gerard Lake and the Marathas. This victory marked a significant turning point, as the British not only secured Delhi but also established greater influence in northern India. The Mughal emperor remained a figurehead under British control following this conquest.