UPSC General Studies Sample Paper General Studies Sample Paper-2

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    Count de Lally, the French commander failed against the English in India because
    1. the home authorities in France did not recognise the importance of securing political power in India.
    2. the French were inferior to the English in naval strength.
    3. there was discord between the French commanders of land and sea forces.
    4. the English heavily bribed some important French officers.
    Which of the statements given above are correct?

    A)  1, 2 and 3                    

    B)  2 and 3

    C)  1 and 4           

    D)  All of these

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    [a] French Commander Count de Lally failed against the English in India because the home authorities in France did not recognise the importance of securing political power India. Also, the French were inferior to the English in naval strength and there was discord between the French Commanders of land and sea forces.


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