Which of the following represents the correct chronological sequence of administrative changes in Bihar and Bengal during the 1760s and 1770s? 1. Appointment of Reza Khan and Shitab Roy as Naib Diwans, 2. Establishment of the Controlling Council of Revenue at Patna and Murshidabad, 3. Warren Hastings' decision to 'stand forth as Diwan', 4. Signing of the Treaty of Allahabad.

Options:

• A: 4, 1, 3, 2
• B: 1, 4, 2, 3
• C: 4, 1, 2, 3
• D: 1, 4, 3, 2

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