Pakistan Studies MCQ #253

Who gave the Doctrine of Lapse in 1848?

Pakistan Studies MCQ #253

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Who gave the Doctrine of Lapse in 1848?

    • A) Lord Wellesley
    • B) Lord Dalhousie
    • C) Lord Canning
    • D) Lord Linlithgow

    Answer: Lord Dalhousie

    Explanation: The Doctrine of Lapse was introduced by Lord Dalhousie (Governor-General 1848–1856), under which any princely state under British suzerainty would be annexed if the ruler died without a natural heir.