Who introduced the Subsidiary Alliance system in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who introduced the Subsidiary Alliance system in India?
A. Lord Wellesley
B. Lord Dalhousie
C. Lord Cornwallis
D. Lord Hastings
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Lord Wellesley introduced the Subsidiary Alliance system in 1798. Under this system, Indian rulers were forced to accept British supremacy and maintain a British army at their own expense.

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Which Governor-General introduced the 'Permanent Settlement'?
A. Lord Wellesley
B. Warren Hastings
C. Lord Bentinck
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Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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The concept of provincial autonomy was introduced in British India by which of the following acts?
A. Indian Councils Act 1909
B. Government of India Act 1935
C. Indian Independence Act 1947
D. Government of India Act 1919

Correct Answer: Option B


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Who was the last British Governor-General to also hold the title of Viceroy?
A. Lord Willingdon
B. Lord Linlithgow
C. Lord Wavell
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Correct Answer: Option D


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