Q. Who was the Governor-General of India when the Doctrine of Lapse was introduced to annex Indian princely states?
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation: Lord Dalhousie served as the Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856. He rigorously implemented the controversial 'Doctrine of Lapse', leading to the annexation of states like Satara, Jhansi, and Nagpur.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Lord Dalhousie served as the Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856. He rigorously implemented the controversial 'Doctrine of Lapse', leading to the annexation of states like Satara, Jhansi, and Nagpur.