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After 1858, ruling chiefs were assured that their territories would:
ANever be annexed in future
BBe auctioned every decade
CMerge into one province
DPass only to British heirs
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Never be annexed in future
1. The British changed course with the princes.
2. All ruling chiefs were assured their territory would never be annexed.
3. They could pass kingdoms to heirs, including adopted sons.
_Source: NCERT Class 8 History, 'When People Revolt: 1857 and After' (hess205)_
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