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Which was the first major battle fought by the British East India Company in India?

A. Battle of Plassey
B. Battle of Buxar
C. Battle of Panipat
D. Battle of Waterloo

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The Battle of Plassey (1757) was the first major battle fought by the British East India Company. Option "Battle of Buxar" occurred later and solidified British power in Bengal. Option "Battle of Panipat" was significant in Indian history but was not fought by the British. Option "Battle of Waterloo" was fought in Europe, not India.

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