Practice - Methods Used by the British to Expand Power
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Practice Questions
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What is the Subsidiary Alliance?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between Indian rulers and British control.
Who introduced the Doctrine of Lapse?
💡 Hint: Consider the reforms made by British officials.
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Which method allowed the British to annex states without male heirs?
💡 Hint: Recall the policy introduced by Lord Dalhousie.
True or False: The Subsidiary Alliance increased the independence of Indian rulers.
💡 Hint: Think about the control the British exercised over Indian states.
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Discuss the long-term effects of the Doctrine of Lapse on India's political landscape post-colonization.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications for future rulers and state integrity.
Compare the effectiveness of military conquests versus diplomatic strategies like the Subsidiary Alliance in maintaining British control.
💡 Hint: Evaluate both strategies in terms of short and long-term governance.
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