Q. Who had formulated and perfected the use of the subsidiary alliance system?
✅ Correct Answer: (D)
Lord Wellesley
Explanation:
The correct answer is:
✅ (D) Lord Wellesley
formulated and perfected the Subsidiary Alliance System.
Under this system:
- Indian rulers had to accept a British force within their territory.
- They had to pay for the maintenance of the British troops.
- They could not form alliances or wage wars without British approval.
- In return, the British promised protection.
This policy greatly expanded the British East India Company's control over India.
Answer: (D) Lord Wellesley ✅
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
The correct answer is:
✅ (D) Lord Wellesley
formulated and perfected the Subsidiary Alliance System.
Under this system:
- Indian rulers had to accept a British force within their territory.
- They had to pay for the maintenance of the British troops.
- They could not form alliances or wage wars without British approval.
- In return, the British promised protection.
This policy greatly expanded the British East India Company's control over India.
Answer: (D) Lord Wellesley ✅