Question

Which one of the following was a key feature of the ‘Subsidiary Alliance’ introduced by Lord Wellesley in 1798?

Options

• The Free Trade Policy was brought by the British.

• Maintenance of the native army by the British.

• Imposition of Western Customs by the British.

• Protection of the native territory by the British.

Answer 1

Protection of the native territory by the British.

Explanation:

Under the Subsidiary Alliance, the British assured military protection to allied states, but imposed conditions that limited their diplomatic freedom and obligated them to maintain British troops.