GK Question

history medium true_false

The Doctrine of Lapse was introduced by Lord Dalhousie.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Lord Dalhousie's Doctrine of Lapse (1848-1856) allowed annexation of princely states without a natural male heir. It caused resentment and contributed to the 1857 Revolt. [[30]]

Topic British Expansion
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, Railway