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Control over Bengal from "summary" of The Anarchy by William Dalrymple
The East India Company's pursuit of control over Bengal was driven by the desire for profit and power. Bengal was a rich and fertile region with a flourishing economy, making it a prime target for the Company's expansion. The Company saw Bengal as a source of wealth through trade, taxation, and exploitation of resources. The Battle of Plassey in 1757 marked a turning point in the Company's quest for control over Bengal. With the defeat of the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daulah, the Company was able to establish itself as a dominant force in the region. This victory paved the way for the Company to further consolidate its power and influence in Bengal. The Company's control over Bengal was not limited to military conquest. It also involved political maneuvering, alliances with local rulers, and economic exploitation. The Company manipulated the political landscape of Bengal to its advantage, installing puppet rulers wh...
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