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The decisive defeat of the French forces in India occurred at which battle?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Battle of Wandiwash
  2. Battle of Ambur
  3. Battle of St. Thome
  4. Battle of Chinsurah

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Battle of Wandiwash

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Battle of Wandiwash šŸ“š Explanation: The Battle of Wandiwash was a pivotal confrontation during the Third Carnatic War in 1760. The British army, commanded by Sir Eyre Coote, decisively defeated the French forces led by the Comte de Lally. This total defeat permanently shattered French imperial ambitions in the Indian subcontinent.