Question

The British implemented which of the policies post 1857
1. Complete occupation of Princely states
2. Pacification of Zamindars and Talukdars
3. Treated Muslims harshly as they were considered to be responsible for the war

Which of the above statements are correct?

• A. 1 and 3
• B. 1 and 2
• C. 2 and 3
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is C 2 and 3

Complete occupation of princely states was not implemented after the 1857 revolt. Instead The doctrine of lapse and other means of annexation of princely states was abandoned post 1857. Zamindars and Talukdars were pacified and lands returned to them. Further muslims were held responsible for the war of 1857 and were treated harshly for the first few decades post 1857.