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On what grounds did Lord Dalhousie annex the kingdom of Awadh in 1856?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Doctrine of Lapse
  2. Misgovernment/Maladministration
  3. Failure to pay subsidiary dues
  4. Armed Rebellion

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Misgovernment/Maladministration

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Misgovernment/Maladministration šŸ“š Explanation: Unlike Satara or Jhansi, which were annexed under the Doctrine of Lapse (lack of a natural heir), Awadh was annexed based on the allegation of chronic misgovernment by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah. This move caused widespread resentment among the Indian sepoys of the Company's army, many of whom hailed from Awadh. This annexation is considered a primary cause for the outbreak of the Great Revolt of 1857.