Question

Which of the following governors-general of India introduced the policy of “doctrine of lapse?"

• A. Lord Wellesley
• B. Lord Curzon
• C. Lord Mountbatten
• D. Lord Dalhousie
• E. Lord Reading

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Grasp the doctrine of lapse.

Lord Dalhousie's doctrine of lapse permitted the British East India Company to seize Indian princely states upon the ruler's death without a male successor.

Step 2: Evaluate the actions of the listed governors-general.

• Lord Wellesley: Established the Subsidiary Alliance.
• Lord Curzon: Undertook Bengal's partition and educational reforms.
• Lord Mountbatten: Contributed to India's independence.
• Lord Dalhousie: Implemented the doctrine of lapse.
• Lord Reading: Initiated judicial reforms.

Final Answer: (4)