Important Battles In Indian History For Competitive Exams
By Jasreet Kaur03, Feb 2024 05:34 PMjagranjosh.com
Important Battles In Indian History
Battles that shaped India's story! These are essential battles to be familiar with if you are preparing for exams like the UPSC. Tap to know!
Battle of Panipat (1526, 1556, 1761)
Three major battles at Panipat: the first established the Mughal Empire, the second reinforced it, and the third dealt the Marathas a severe blow.
Battle of Plassey (1757)
British won over Siraj-ud-Daulah, the Indian ruler, giving British East India Company significant influence in Bengal.
Battle of Buxar (1764)
The British defeated a group of Indian kings at the Battle of Buxar (1764), which strengthened their position in Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa.
First War of Indian Independence (1857-1858)
Indians rebelled against the British, though it was put down, it set the stage for India's later independence.
Battle of Karnal (1739)
Persian ruler Nadir Shah beat Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah, leading to looting in Delhi and weakening the Mughals.
The Kalinga War (262 BC)
The Kalinga War prompted Ashoka to devote the rest of his life to ahimsa (non-violence). Ashoka ended the military expansion of the empire and began an era of peace, harmony, and prosperity.