Question

How far was dalhousi is responsible for 1857 revolt?

Answer 1

Dalhousie was not at all responsible for the Revolt of 1857, it was those pig-smeared cartridges that did the trick. along with some agitation.

Answer 2

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$\implies$Lord Dalhousie followed a policy of annexations through his Doctrine of Lapse. According to it, if an Indian king died, had no sons to succeed, his state was annexed and made a part of the British empire. The right of an adopted son was denied in succeeding the throne. The throne of many rulers were occupied in this way. This enraged man Indian rulers which later became a major political cause.

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