Practice Political And Administrative Changes (5) - British Policies and Their Impacts

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Question 1.
What did the Doctrine of Lapse allow?
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Think about what happens when a ruler dies without a child.
Question 2.
What language became prominent in Indian courts under British rule?
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Consider which nation's legal system was imposed on India.
3Question 3.
What was the primary purpose of the Doctrine of Lapse?
- To promote education
- To annex kingdoms
- To provide relief
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What does it mean to take over land without an heir?
4Question 4.
True or False: The Subsidiary Alliance strengthened Indian rulers.
- True
- False
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Think about how financial and military obligations impact authority.
Question 5.
Evaluate how the introduction of British laws influenced the development of Nationalist movements in India.
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Think about the impact of resentment on collective action.
Question 6.
Discuss the implications of losing sovereignty for local governance systems in India.
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Reflect on how power dynamics influence governance.

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