Regarding the events leading up to and including the Battle of Plassey, consider the following statements:
- Sirajuddaulah became the Nawab of Bengal after Alivardi Khan's death in 1756, marking the beginning of tensions with the English East India Company.
- The conflict between Sirajuddaulah and the English East India Company began because the Nawab demanded the Company to cease its political involvement in Bengal, halt fortification efforts, and settle its revenue dues.
- A pivotal factor contributing to Sirajuddaulah's defeat at the Battle of Plassey was the betrayal by Mir Jafar, one of his own commanders, who had been promised the position of Nawab by Robert Clive
- The Battle of Plassey in 1757 did not significantly impact the English East India Company's position in India despite being a military engagement.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1
1 and 3 only
2
2 and 4 only
3
1, 2, and 3 only
4
All of the above