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Why did the British want to impose direct British rule over Punjab?
Why did the British want to impose direct British rule over Punjab?
- To weaken the Sikh power led by Ranjit Singh.
- To take advantage of the weakening Sikh power after the death of Ranjit Singh. (correct)
- To prevent anarchy and confusion within Punjab.
- To support Rani Jindan's regency over Punjab.
What led to the humiliating Treaty of Lahore in 1846?
What led to the humiliating Treaty of Lahore in 1846?
- The corrupt nobles provoking the army. (correct)
- The heroism of the Sikh army.
- The treachery of British leaders.
- The support of Rani Jindan and Maharaja Dalip Singh.
What happened to Maharaja Dalip Singh and Rani Jindan after the First Anglo-Sikh War?
What happened to Maharaja Dalip Singh and Rani Jindan after the First Anglo-Sikh War?
- They were pensioned off and sent to England. (correct)
- They were exiled to Russia.
- They were executed by the British.
- They were given leadership of a new Sikh army.
Who was responsible for selling Kashmir to the Dogra King, Gulab Singh?
Who was responsible for selling Kashmir to the Dogra King, Gulab Singh?
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What started the Second Anglo-Sikh War in 1848?
What started the Second Anglo-Sikh War in 1848?
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Who were the two prominent leaders of revolts during the Second Anglo-Sikh War?
Who were the two prominent leaders of revolts during the Second Anglo-Sikh War?
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