During British rule in India, the "Doctrine of Lapse" was associated with:
A
Curzon
B
Dalhousie
C
Clive
D
Canning
Correct Option:
B
Explanation
The "Doctrine of Lapse" is associated with Governor-General Lord Dalhousie. Under it, the East India Company could annex certain princely states where the ruler died without a natural male heir.