UPSC CSE Prelims 1999

Correct Option

• A. 1775: First Anglo-Maratha War (1775-1782). This conflict began in 1775 and concluded with the Treaty of Salbai in 1782, establishing peace between the Marathas and the British East India Company.
• B. 1780: Second Anglo-Mysore War (1780-1784). This war commenced in 1780. During its course, Haider Ali died and was succeeded by Tipu Sultan. The war ended with the Treaty of Mangalore in 1784.
• C. 1824: First Anglo-Burmese War (1824-1826). Initiated in 1824, this war resulted in a British victory and the signing of the Treaty of Yandabo in 1826, which led to the cession of various Burmese territories to the British.
• D. 1838: First Anglo-Afghan War (1838-1842). This war began in 1838. It involved a British military intervention in Afghanistan, which ultimately proved unsuccessful, leading to a British withdrawal in 1842.

These wars were pivotal in shaping British imperial power. The Anglo-Maratha and Anglo-Mysore wars were instrumental in establishing British supremacy in South and Western India. The Anglo-Burmese and Anglo-Afghan wars reflected the broader British imperial ambitions and expansionist policies in Asia.

Incorrect Options

Options 1, 2, and 4 present incorrect pairings of years with the corresponding historical events. The correct chronological sequence and event associations are detailed above.