East | MCQs

Explanation

In 1750s, the East India Company began to fortify their important sites, including Calcutta.

Explanation

The process of separation of East Pakistan was secretly supported by America.

This sets up a framework for blaming Pakistan’s current problems with the United States as well

In 1971, an internal crisis in Pakistan resulted in a third war between India and Pakistan and the secession of East Pakistan, creating the independent state of Bangladesh.

These events altered the relationship between the United States and the region.

Explanation

Yahya Khan announced the full integration of Swat, Chitral, and Dir into Pakistan.

Explanation

In 1612 Sir Thomas Roe visited to Mughal Emperor Jahangir to arrange for a commercial treaty that would give the company exclusive rights to reside and build factories in Surat and other areas. Jahangir accepted the proposal and the company created trading posts in Surat (where a factory was built in 1613), Madras (1639), Bombay (1668), and Calcutta (1690).

Explanation

He is coming from the east.