Under which of the following governor-General a new policy of 'paramountcy' was initiated?
Answer
The correct answer is A: Lord Hastings. The doctrine of paramountcy was initiated under Lord Hastings (1813–1823), which established British supremacy over Indian princely states.
A.Lord Hastings✓ Correct
B.Lord Cornwallis
C.Lord Wellesley
D.Lord Dalhousie
Explanation
The doctrine of paramountcy was initiated under Lord Hastings (1813–1823), which established British supremacy over Indian princely states.
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