Question

Which of the following events triggered the Anglo-Sikh Wars?

• A. Ranjith Singh violated the Continuous Friendship Pact
• B. The British violated the Continuous Friendship Pact
• C. Ranjith Singh executed the British officials
• D. Death of Ranjith Singh in 1839

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (D)

The correct options are
B The British violated the Continuous Friendship Pact
D Death of Ranjith Singh in 1839

Raja Ranjith Singh signed the Continuous Friendship Pact with the British in 1809. Political anarchy broke out in Punjab after the death of Ranjith Singh in 1839. The British used this as an opportunity to enter Punjab. They violated the Continuous Friendship Pact, which ultimately led to the Anglo-Sikh Wars.