Question

Q. Which of the following statements regarding the Doctrine of lapse is/are correct?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct. Dalhousie applied the Doctrine of Lapse vigorously for annexing Indian princely states, but the policy was not solely of his invention. The Court of Directors of the East India Company had articulated this early in 1834. As per their policy, they annexed Mandavi in 1839, Kolaba & Jalaun in 1840 & Surat in 1842.
• Statement 2 is incorrect. Awadh was not annexed under the policy of the Doctrine of lapse but under the pretext of Maladministration.