Q: Consider the following statements about the arms used by Europeans in warfare in India: 1. The flint-lock muskets could work even in wet weather. 2. The addition of bayonet made musket a more effective and dangerous weapon in close combat. 3. The wrought-iron cannon barrels were easy to move and manoeuvre. How many of the above statements is/are correct?
(a)1
(b)2
(c)3
(d)Nil
Correct Answer: (b)
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