Q. Consider the following:

1. War of the Austrian Succession
2. First Carnatic War
3. Seven Years' War

Which of the above conflicts was primarily influenced by European power struggles and had colonial implications?
Answer: 1, 2 and 3
Notes: 1. The War of the Austrian Succession (1740-48) arose from the death of Emperor Charles VI, leading to territorial disputes in Europe and colonial conflicts. 2. The First Carnatic War (1746-48) was a direct extension of the War of the Austrian Succession, involving British and French colonial interests in India. 3. The Seven Years' War (1756-63) is often considered the first global conflict, with battles fought in Europe, North America, and India, reshaping colonial power dynamics. 4. All three wars were interlinked, influenced by European rivalries, and impacted colonial territories, particularly in India and North America.