Question

7. Explain the system of "subsidiary alliance"​

Answer 1

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The terms "Subsidiary Alliance" was introduced by French Governor DupleixIt and was firstly used by Lord Wellesley who effectively institutionalized the policy of “non-intervention” which made the Nawab and Nizams subsidiary allies by signing almost 100 such treaties.

Answer 2

Answer:

A: (i) According to the terms of subsidiary alliance”, Indian rulers were not allowed to have their independent armed forces. (ii) They were to be protected by the Company, but had to pay for the “subsidiary forces” that the Company was supposed to maintain for the purpose of this protection.

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