Treaty of Alinagar facts for kids

The Treaty of Alinagar (also known as the Treaty of Calcutta) was an important agreement signed on February 9, 1757. It was made between Robert Clive, a leader from the British East India Company, and the Nawab of Bengal, Mirza Muhammad Siraj ud-Daulah. The name "Alinagar" was a temporary name given to the city of Calcutta by the Nawab after he took control of it.

What Was the Treaty of Alinagar?

This treaty was a peace agreement. It aimed to settle problems between the Nawab of Bengal and the British East India Company. The British East India Company was a powerful trading group from Britain that had a lot of influence in India.

Why Was This Treaty Signed?

Before the treaty, the Nawab had captured the English fort in Calcutta, called Fort William. However, the Nawab was facing challenges. There was a threat from the Afghans in one part of his territory. Also, the British had a very strong army. Because of these pressures, the Nawab decided to sign the treaty with the British.

What Were the Main Points of the Treaty?

The Treaty of Alinagar had several key agreements:

• The Nawab agreed to follow all the rules from an old order, called a farman, issued by the Mughal Emperor Farrukhsiyar in 1717. This farman gave the British East India Company special trading rights.
• All British goods being moved through Bengal would not have to pay any taxes. This was a big advantage for the British traders.
• The British were allowed to make their fort in Calcutta stronger. This meant they could build more defenses without the Nawab stopping them.
• The British were also allowed to make their own coins in Calcutta. This gave them more control over money and trade.

What Happened After the Treaty?

Even though the treaty was signed, the peace did not last long. The signing of this treaty was one of the events that led to a very famous battle called the Battle of Plassey. In that same year, the Nawab was defeated and lost his position by Robert Clive and his allies.

See also

• Great Britain in the Seven Years War
• List of treaties