Which of the following accepted British ascendancy with the Treaty of Masulipatam?

The Treaty of Masulipatam (1766) was signed between the British East India Company and the Nizam of Hyderabad, Asaf Jah II. Under this treaty, the Nizam accepted British ascendancy and provided military support in exchange for protection against other powers. This agreement was a significant step in British expansion in southern India.