Question

4. How did the Doctrine of Lapse support the expansion of Brits
Empire in India?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Doctrine of lapse was the pro-imperialist approach to expand the realm of British Kingdom in India. It was introduced by Dalhousie. The Doctrine equipped with an idea to annex those states which have no heir, get lapsed the right of ruling and it will not reverted by adoption...

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Answer 2

Answer:

the doctrine of lapse helped in expansion of British empire because:-

1) it was devised by lord Dalhousie.

2) this doctrine equipped that indian states that don't have legal heir will become part of British empire

3) it helped British to conquer indian states like jhansi