1756 in India

In 1756, India was marked by significant political and military developments that foreshadowed the subcontinent's tumultuous transition to colonial rule. The year was pivotal in the context of the Anglo-French rivalry, which intensified during the ongoing global conflict known as the Seven Years' War. The British East India Company emerged as a key player, solidifying its power in Bengal after the Battle of Plassey in 1757. However, prior to this, in 1756, the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj ud-Daulah, launched a campaign against the British, culminating in the infamous Black Hole of Calcutta incident. This year encapsulated the complex dynamics of indigenous princely states and European powers vying for dominance in India, setting the stage for profound socio-political changes in subsequent decades.