What was the main legal pretext of the Doctrine of Lapse?
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Correct answer: Annexation when no natural heir existed
Dalhousie annexed states by refusing to recognise adopted heirs. Exam tip: remember examples like Satara, Jhansi and Nagpur.
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Annexation when no natural heir existed
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Dalhousie annexed states by refusing to recognise adopted heirs. Exam tip: remember examples like Satara, Jhansi and Nagpur.
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This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Indian History. Topic: Modern Indian History.
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