Annexation of Bengal

The Annexation of Bengal occurred in 1757 when the British East India Company took control of Bengal from the Nawab (regional ruler) after the Battle of Plassey. This event marked a significant step in British expansion in India, transforming Bengal into a British-controlled province. It allowed the British to gain access to Bengal’s rich wealth and resources, strengthening their influence and paving the way for further colonial dominance. The annexation also led to economic changes, increased taxation, and social impacts on local populations, setting the stage for nearly two centuries of British rule in India.