Which one of the following was <strong>not</strong> included in the terms and conditions of Subsidiary Alliance System of Lord Wellesley?

  1. A. The British would protect their ally.
  2. B. The ally was free to enter into agreements with other rulers or engage in warfare.
  3. C. In the territory of the ally, a British armed contingent would be stationed.
  4. D. The ally would have to provide resources for the maintenance of the British armed contingent.

Correct Answer: B. The ally was free to enter into agreements with other rulers or engage in warfare.

Explanation

Under the Subsidiary Alliance, the allied Indian state lost its sovereignty in external affairs; it was explicitly prohibited from negotiating with other rulers or engaging in warfare without British consent.

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