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GPSC Class 1-2 2023 · Question 17 of 100

Who was remembered for the Doctrine of Lapse policy which many hold directly responsible for the Indian Revolt of 1857?

History - Modern India

  1. ALord DalhousieCorrect
  2. BLord Canning
  3. CLord Wellesley
  4. DLord Lytton

Answer: A. Lord Dalhousie

Explanation

Lord Dalhousie's Doctrine of Lapse (annexation of states without a natural heir) is widely held to have contributed to the 1857 revolt.

Source: GPSC Gujarat Administrative Service Class-1, Gujarat Civil Services Class-1 & 2 Prelims (Advt 20/2022-23), held 08-01-2023, Paper-I (General Studies) - English version; answers per official Revised Final Answer Key (Series M, 29-09-2023)

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