Dupleix and Clive: The Beginning of Empire (Classic Reprint)
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Foundations of British rule in Bengal: Clive’s reforms reshaped administration and power for a generation. This concise study examines how Clive’s first government set a practical framework for British rule in Bengal and Behar. It highlights reforms to the civil and military services, the idea that Company servants should look to the Company for reward, and the steps taken to establish a steady pay system. The narrative traces how these choices allowed later authorities to deepen and extend English administration. The text also follows the Behar expedition and the shifting alliances with Mir Jafar, Rai Durlab, and other figures. It shows how Clive moved from early caution to a policy of protecting Hindu ministers who performed their duties, while maintaining English leverage. The result was a durable political settlement that influenced governance for decades. See how administrative reforms created a trained, loyal civil service and clearer lines of responsibility. Understand the Behar campaign and the diplomacy around Mir Jafar and Rai Durlab. Learn how Clive’s approach shaped English power and governance in Bengal after Plassey. Explore the tensions between settlement, profit, and imperial strategy in early British rule. Ideal for readers of imperial history and anyone seeking a focused look at the origins of British administration in Bengal.
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