Carnatic Treaty

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1801 treaty ceding Nawab's lands to the East India Company, solidifying British rule in South India.

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Origins & Early Life

The Carnatic Treaty was signed on 26 July 1801. It is a treaty between the Nawab of Arcot and the East India Company. It is one of the treaties by which the British Empire acquired its rule over the Indian subcontinent or later known as British India.

Career & Major Achievements

The treaty entailed that the Nawab was to cede the districts of North Arcot, South Arcot, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai and Tirunelveli to the company, and transfer all the administrative powers to it. The treaty resulted in the liquidation of all the local chieftains of Tamil Nadu and the East India Company assumed direct control over Tamil Nadu. The Palayakkarar system came to an end as they had to demolish all forts and disband their armies.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

It resulted in the company having full command over the region. Based on the terms of the treaty, the Nawab of Arcot (sometimes called the Nawab of the Carnatic) ceded all his lands to British rule, including the territory of the polygars. He was retained one-fifth of the revenues of the country, amounting to 12 lakhs p.a in exchange.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1801: 1801 Milestone — The Carnatic Treaty was signed on 26 July 1801.

Notable Quotes by Carnatic Treaty

“The treaty entailed that the Nawab was to cede the districts of North Arcot, South Arcot, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai and Tirunelveli to the company, and transfer all the administrative powers to it.” (1801)

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Carnatic Treaty

True or False: “The Carnatic Treaty of 1801 resulted in the Nawab of Arcot ceding all administrative powers to the East India Company, thereby ending the Palayakkarar system.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): The treaty forced the Nawab to transfer administrative control, leading to the dissolution of local military and political structures under the Palayakkarar system.

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