Multiple choice

Why did hostilities break out between the East India Company and Aurangzeb in 1686?

  1. Because the East India Company had helped build a fortified settlement for the French

  2. Because the East India Company had sacked Hughli and declared war on Aurangzeb

  3. Because the East India Company had interfered in the internal affairs of Bengal

  4. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hostilities broke out in 1686 because Job Charnock led the East India Company forces to sack Hughli after escalating trade disputes with Mughal authorities. This direct military action prompted Aurangzeb to order attacks on company possessions.

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