The correct answer is: D. Shitab Roy
Shitab Roy was an Indian merchant and politician who served as the Naib Deewan (Deputy Deewan) of Bihar under the British East India Company. He was appointed to this position by Robert Clive in 1765.
Shitab Roy was born in Patna, Bihar, India in 1720. He was the son of a wealthy merchant. Shitab Roy received a good education and was fluent in several languages. He began his career as a merchant and soon became one of the wealthiest men in Bihar.
In 1765, Shitab Roy was appointed as the Naib Deewan of Bihar by Robert Clive. This was a very important position, as the Naib Deewan was responsible for the collection of taxes and the administration of the province. Shitab Roy proved to be a very capable administrator and he was able to improve the financial situation of Bihar.
Shitab Roy was also a very loyal supporter of the British East India Company. He helped the Company to defeat the Nawab of Bengal in the Battle of Plassey in 1757. Shitab Roy was also instrumental in the Company’s acquisition of the Diwani of Bengal in 1765.
Shitab Roy died in 1774. He was a very successful merchant and politician who played a major role in the history of British India.
Here is a brief description of each option:
- A. Omi Chand: Omi Chand was a Hindu merchant who lived in Patna, Bihar, India. He was a close associate of Shitab Roy and served as his advisor.
- B. Manik Chand: Manik Chand was a Muslim merchant who lived in Patna, Bihar, India. He was also a close associate of Shitab Roy and served as his advisor.
- C. Rai Durlabh: Rai Durlabh was a Hindu Brahmin who lived in Patna, Bihar, India. He was a high-ranking official in the Mughal government and served as the Diwan of Bihar.
- D. Shitab Roy: Shitab Roy was an Indian merchant and politician who served as the Naib Deewan (Deputy Deewan) of Bihar under the British East India Company. He was appointed to this position by Robert Clive in 1765.