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EIC acquired a charter from Queen Elizabeth I
The charter was about the permission to trade with eastern countries -
The EIC established its first factory
The factory was set up on the banks of river Hugli -
Battle of Plassey
This battle changed the course of history. This EIC's first win on Indian soil. This took place between Nawabs of Bengal (with French allies) VS EIC (under Robert Clive). Read more at Wikipedia -
Battle of Buxar
This was fought between EIC and combined army of Mir Qasim and Shah Alam II . Read more at Wikipedia -
Tipu Sultan stopped trades and exports with EIC
Tipu Sultan stopped the export of sandalwood, pepper and cardamom through the ports of his kingdom. He also disallowed local traders to trade with EIC -
The Great Revolt of Independence
The revolt took place for independence from EIC's rule. This revolt was fought by EIC against the normal people. Read more at Wikipedia
