Which British Governor-General introduced the Subsidiary Alliance? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which British Governor-General introduced the Subsidiary Alliance?

A. Lord Hastings

B. Lord Wellesley

C. Lord Cornwallis

D. Lord Dalhousie

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Lord Wellesley introduced the Subsidiary Alliance system in 1798 to bring Indian states under British control.

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