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The policy of paramountcy was initiated under which Governor-General, who served 1813 to 1823?

ALord Cornwallis
BLord Hastings
CLord Dalhousie
DLord Wellesley
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Lord Hastings
1. The Company claimed supreme authority over Indian states. 2. Lord Hastings began the policy. 3. It justified annexing any kingdom. _Source: syllabus Our Pasts III, Chapter 2, From Trade to Territory._
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