1765 in India

The year 1765 marked a significant turning point in Indian history, predominantly characterized by the consolidation of British power in the subcontinent following the Battle of Buxar. This pivotal battle, fought on October 22, led to the British East India Company's victory over the combined forces of the Nawab of Bengal, the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II, and the Nawab of Awadh. As a result, the Company secured the diwani rights (the power to collect revenue) over Bengal, marking the beginning of British administrative control in India. The political landscape became increasingly complex, as local rulers contended with British encroachment, while social and economic conditions were affected by the expanding colonial presence. The year also saw escalations in trade and the burgeoning influence of European powers in the region.