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The fortification of Calcutta by the British in 1756 was regarded by the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud Daulah, as

A) growth of large scale British trade
B) an attack upon his sovereignty
C) insecurity of the British in India
D) British control over Bengal

Correct Answer:


B) an attack upon his sovereignty

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