Question

Which of the following states was the first to be annexed by the Doctrine of Lapse?

• A. Nagpur
• B. Satara
• C. Jhansi
• D. Udaipur

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Satara

• The Doctrine of Lapse was a policy implemented by the British East India Company in the 19th century, primarily under Governor-General Lord Dalhousie.

• This doctrine stated that if an Indian ruler died without a direct heir, their kingdom would automatically be annexed by the British.

• The aim of the Doctrine of Lapse was to expand British territorial control in India by justifying the annexation of princely states that were perceived as being misgoverned or unstable.

• The policy also allowed the British to interfere in the succession of native states, effectively undermining the traditional rights of Indian rulers.

• The Doctrine of Lapse was introduced by Lord Dalhousie in the year of 1848

• The first princely state which was took over by the British East India Company by the policy of 'Doctrine of Lapse' was - Satara(1848)