The British annexed Awadh in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The British annexed Awadh in:

A. 1857

B. 1858

C. 1860

D. 1856

Answer: Option D

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Awadh was annexed by the British in 1856 under the Doctrine of Lapse, on the grounds of alleged misgovernance. This annexation was a major cause of the Revolt of 1857.

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