The 'Doctrine of Lapse' was applied to annex which of the following princely states first? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Doctrine of Lapse' was applied to annex which of the following princely states first?
A. Sambalpur
B. Jhansi
C. Satara
D. Nagpur
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Satara was the first princely state annexed by the British under the Doctrine of Lapse in 1848.

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