Question

Explain the system of Doctrine of Lapse. ​

Answer 1

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☑ 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.

☑The doctrine of lapse was an annexation policy applied by the British East India Company in India until 1859.

☑ The latter supplanted the long-established right of an Indian sovereign without an heir to choose a successor. In addition, the British decided whether potential rulers were competent enough.