The Battle of Buxar was fought in the year 1764. It took place in the town of Buxar in present-day Bihar, India. It was a significant battle during the early years of British rule in India. The main parties involved in the battle were the East India Company and the combined forces of Mir Qasim, Shah Alam II, and Shuja-ud-Daulah. The British forces, led by Hector Munro, emerged victorious in the battle. The outcome of the battle had far-reaching consequences as it solidified British control over Bengal, Bihar, and parts of Uttar Pradesh. It also marked the beginning of British dominance in India and paved the way for the establishment of the British Raj.