Sindhia’s troops were defeated by General Wellesley at , Sindhia’s troops were defeated by General Wellesley at

A. Bessein

B. Assaye

C. Tanjore

D. Poona

Correct Answer :

B. Assaye

Explanation

The battle of Assaye, fought on September 23, 1803 between the Maratha and British armies, is largely forgotten in India. Yet it remains an amazing story of gallantry and skill on both sides. Assaye was a hard-won victory for the British, one that challenges common assumptions about how Europeans conquered the subcontinent.