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AShah Alam II became Nawab of Bengal
BA Company-backed nawab took office in Bengal
CThe French received Bengal's Diwani
DBengal came directly under the British Crown
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. A Company-backed nawab took office in Bengal
The Company installed Mir Jafar as nawab, increasing its political influence over Bengal.
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