Question

Which governor general annexed awadh in 1856 what was the significance of this act?

Answer 1

governor general Dalhousie annexed awadh in 1856
significance of this act

The nawabs of Awadh had already signed a treaty where they were dependents of the British

Awadh came under British Rule because the ruler of Awadh was accused of misgovernance. Lord Dalhousie referred to Awadh as a "cherry that has been long ripening and will drop into our mouths one day.

Answer 2

Answer:

Lord Dalhousie was the governor-general who annexed Awadh in 1856. The significance of this act is that Awadh was annexed based on the 'Doctrine of Lapse.