Question

the great outbreak of 1857 brought about important changes in the character of Indian administration and the future development of the country. in this context, discuss: the changes in the relationship with Princely States

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Changes introduced in the administrative set-up:

The war ended the East India Company's rule in India and brought the Indian Empire under the direct control of the British Crown. Queen Victoria became the Empress of India. The Act of 1858 abolished the Company's Board of Control and the Board of Directors.