The 'Doctrine of Lapse' was applied to annex which of the following princely states first? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Doctrine of Lapse' was applied to annex which of the following princely states first?

A. Satara

B. Nagpur

C. Jhansi

D. Sambalpur

Answer: Option A

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Satara was the first princely state annexed by the British under the Doctrine of Lapse in 1848.

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