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How did the policies of the East India Company affect different people in India?
The policies of the East India Company affected kings, queens, peasants, landlords, tribals, and soldiers in different ways, leading to erosion of power, loss of authority, and reduction of freedom for rulers.
What actions did ruling families take to protect their interests against the East India Company?
Ruling families tried to negotiate with the Company to protect their interests, such as Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi wanting the Company to recognise her adopted son as the heir to the kingdom after the death of her husband.
How did the power of nawabs and rajas change since the mid-eighteenth century?
Since the mid-eighteenth century, nawabs and rajas gradually lost their authority and honour, as residents were stationed in many courts, armed forces disbanded, and their revenues and territories taken away by stages.
Who was Nana Saheb and what role did he play in the resistance against the East India Company?
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What was the demand of Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi from the East India Company?
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