Question

Referring to the war of 1857 under what pretext was Awadh annexed?

Answer 1

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Dalhousie came to India in 1848. He attempted to find pretexts for the annexation of Awadh from the very beginning. The Nawabs of Awadh had never either conspired or revolted against the English. Therefore, the only pretext could be the maladministration of Awadh by its Nawab. The previous governor-generals had threatened different Nawabs several times on this account. Dalhousie chose the same course and directed the English Resident, Sir W. H. Sleeman to prepare a report on the administration of Awadh. After the resignation of Mr. Sleeman, the next Resident, General Outram was directed to do likewise.