Which Mughal emperor issued a farman in 1717 allowing the British East India Company to reside and trade in the empire, with duty-free trade in Bengal?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Farrukhsiyar
- Step 1: The Farrukhsiyar article says: "In 1717, Farrukhsiyar issued a farman giving the British East India Company the right to reside and trade," and that it allowed duty-free trade in Bengal for a yearly payment of 3,000 rupees. Answer: Farrukhsiyar. Why not the others: Jahandar Shah, Rafi-ud-Darajat and Muhammad Shah Rangeela don't fit.
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