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What happened to the authority and honor of nawabs and rajas since the mid-eighteenth century?
Gradually eroded
What groups of people were affected by the policies of the East India Company?
Kings, queens, peasants, landlords, tribals, soldiers
What did many ruling families attempt to do in response to the erosion of their power and authority?
Negotiate with the Company to protect their interests
What measures were taken by the East India Company that led to the reduction of freedom of rulers?
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What was Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi seeking from the Company?
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What was the impact of the presence of residents in many courts?
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How did many ruling families respond to the erosion of their power and honor?
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What was the impact of the gradual loss of authority and honor on nawabs and rajas?
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What did Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi seek from the East India Company?
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What was the effect of the Company's policies on different groups of people?
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