6. The state of Jhansi, ruled by Rani Laxmi Bai, faced annexation under the Doctrine of Lapse. The Rani’s rebellion against British annexation is famously known as:
a) Sepoy Mutiny
b) Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
c) Revolt of 1857
d) Battle of Plassey
7. Which of the following Indian leaders played a crucial role in persuading the British to abandon the Doctrine of Lapse?
a) Jawaharlal Nehru
b) Mahatma Gandhi
c) Vallabhbhai Patel
d) Motilal Nehru
8. The princely state of Hyderabad, ruled by the Nizam, faced annexation after India’s independence. The integration of Hyderabad into India is known as:
a) Operation Polo
b) Operation Vijay
c) Operation Blue Star
d) Operation Cactus
9. The princely state of Junagadh, ruled by the Nawab, initially chose to accede to Pakistan after independence. However, it was eventually integrated into India through a plebiscite. Junagadh is located in present-day:
a) Gujarat
b) Rajasthan
c) Maharashtra
d) Punjab
10. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel played a significant role in integrating princely states into the newly independent India. He was given the title “Sardar” for his leadership in which state?
a) Hyderabad
b) Junagadh
c) Jammu and Kashmir
d) Manipur
