Multiple choice

Which one of the following proved to be Dalhousie's worst political blunder?

  1. Annexation of Punjab

  2. Occupation of lower Burma

  3. Abolition of the 'Doctrine of Lapse'

  4. Annexation of Oudh
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Explanation

Lord Dalhousie's annexation of Oudh in 1856 under the Doctrine of Lapse was widely criticized as arbitrary and unjust. The claim of misuse was exaggerated, and this annexation was a major factor contributing to resentment among Indian rulers and soldiers, ultimately leading to the 1857 Revolt.

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