Which Governor-General is associated with the Doctrine of Lapse? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which Governor-General is associated with the Doctrine of Lapse?
A. Lord Dalhousie
B. Lord Canning
C. Lord William Bentinck
D. Lord Auckland
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lord Dalhousie (1848-1856) implemented the Doctrine of Lapse, annexing states like Satara, Jhansi, and Nagpur.

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Who was the first Indian to become the Chief of the Naval Staff?
A. Admiral N. R. Pereira
B. Vice Admiral R. D. Katari
C. Admiral A. K. Chatterji
D. Admiral S. M. Nanda

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Vice Admiral Ram Dass Katari became the first Indian Chief of the Naval Staff on 22 April 1958.

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Who was the first Portuguese governor in India?
A. Nuno da Cunha
B. Vasco da Gama
C. Francisco de Almeida
D. Alfonso de Albuquerque

Correct Answer: Option C


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The 'Silver Jubilee' of King George V was in 1935, and a proclamation was made regarding:
A. Dominion status
B. Partition of India
C. Round Table Conference
D. Government of India Act 1935

Correct Answer: Option D


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The Government of India Act 1935 was passed as part of the reforms, not directly the jubilee.

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