Q. Which two Europeans were involved in the Battle of Wandiwash in 1760?
(a) Portuguese and Spanish
(b) Dutch and British
(c) French and British
(d) Portuguese and British
Ans: (c) French and British
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) French and British.
The Battle of Wandiwash, which took place on January 22, 1760, was a significant engagement between the French East India Company and the British East India Company during the Carnatic Wars in India. The battle was fought in the town of Wandiwash (present-day Vandavasi) in Tamil Nadu, India.
In this battle, the French forces, led by General Thomas Arthur de Lally, clashed with the British forces commanded by Sir Eyre Coote. Ultimately, the British emerged victorious, marking a significant turning point in the Carnatic Wars and weakening French influence in the region.
