Question

What were the results of ‘Doctrine of Lapse’? Discuss.

Answer 1

The doctrine of lapse was an annexation policy applied by the Lord Dalhousie in India before 1858. ... 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....

Answer 2

1. * many indian kings had to lose their kingdoms due to doctrine lapse
2. * satara jaipur jhansi udaipurand many other states became part of the british empire
3. *dalhousie abolishied the kingships of thanjavore and carnatic nawabs
4. * the british dethroned mughal kings and many other kings
5. * many soldier became unfollowed