Who among the following became the Nawab of Bengal after Alivardi Khan?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
- Alivardi Khan, the Nawab of Bengal, died in 1756.
- He was succeeded by his grandson, Siraj-ud-Daulah, who became the Nawab of Bengal.
- Siraj-ud-Daulah was quite young at the time and faced numerous political challenges.
- During his reign, the influence of the English East India Company was growing rapidly.
- The Battle of Plassey took place in 1757, in which Siraj-ud-Daulah was defeated.
- This battle marked the beginning of British rule in Bengal.