Black Hole Tragedy: Controversy and Its Significance for UPSC/JKAS
Introduction The term “Black Hole Tragedy” is commonly associated with the controversial historical episode known as the Black Hole of Calcutta, which allegedly took place on 20 June 1756 in the old Fort William at Calcutta (present-day Kolkata).…
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Battle of Plassey (1757): Causes, Course, Consequences & Historical Significance for UPSC/JKAS
Introduction The Battle of Plassey (23 June 1757) was a decisive event in Indian history that marked the beginning of British political dominance in India. Fought between the forces of the British East India Company under Robert Clive and the army of…
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