The 'Doctrine of Lapse' was first applied to which state? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Doctrine of Lapse' was first applied to which state?

A. Sambalpur

B. Satara

C. Nagpur

D. Jhansi

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Lord Dalhousie applied the Doctrine of Lapse first to Satara in 1848, after the death of its ruler without a natural heir.

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