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

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Which Governor-General is associated with the Doctrine of Lapse?

A. Lord Canning

B. Lord Dalhousie

C. Lord William Bentinck

D. Lord Auckland

Answer: Option B

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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