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What is doctrine of Lapse​

Answer 1

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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.

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Answer 2

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The doctrine of lapse was an annexation policy applied by the British East India Company in India until 1859. ... The policy is most commonly associated with Lord Dalhousie, who was the Governor General of the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856.

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