Question

Identify the incorrect statement regarding the 'Subsidiary Alliance System' from the following options.

• A. Nawabs were dependent on the British Army for their protection.
• B. Under this system, the British would be responsible for the internal and external protection of Indian rulers.
• C. Nawabs and local rulers were allowed to keep their own army as well.
• D. Subsidiary Alliance was the strategy of the British to acquire more territories in India.

Hint:

To remember the Subsidiary Alliance, think of it as "Protection at the cost of Independence." The British provided the shield, but they also took away the ruler's sword (army) and tongue (diplomacy).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C