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When was Thanjavur annexed with the British empire?
When was Thanjavur annexed with the British empire?
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The correct option is C 1856
After the death of Serfoji - II, his son Shivaji -II became the ruler of Thanjavur. He ruled till 1855. He died on Oct 29, 1855. On his death, due to the absence of a legitimate heir to the throne, the kingdom was annexed by the British empire in 1856 according to the Doctrine of Lapse.
After the death of Serfoji - II, his son Shivaji -II became the ruler of Thanjavur. He ruled till 1855. He died on Oct 29, 1855. On his death, due to the absence of a legitimate heir to the throne, the kingdom was annexed by the British empire in 1856 according to the Doctrine of Lapse.
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