Question

How did doctrine of lapse created fear among the indian rulers ?

Answer 1

Answer:

. According to the Doctrine of Lapse designed by Lord Dalhousie, if an Indian ruler died without a male successor, the kingdom would end and hence would come under the control of the Company. Many kingdoms were occupied by the Company by implementing this doctrine

Answer 2

Answer:

The policy of Doctrine of Lapse was designed by Lord Dalhousie. It was introduced in 1853. It stated that if an Indian ruler died without a male successor, the kingdom would end and hence would come under the control of the Company. Many kingdoms were occupied by the Company by implementing this doctrine