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AThe allied Indian ruler
BThe Mughal imperial treasury
CThe French trading company
DThe Company's London shareholders
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. The allied Indian ruler
The Indian ruler paid a subsidy for the maintenance of the stationed British force.
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