A subsidiary alliance treaty was imposed on Awadh in ______.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) 1801

The Subsidiary Alliance treaty was imposed on Awadh in 1801 by the British East India Company under Governor-General Lord Wellesley. Under this treaty, Awadh had to maintain British troops within its territory and cede a large portion of land to the British in exchange for protection. This significantly reduced the sovereignty of Awadh and paved the way for its eventual annexation in 1856.

Information Booster:

• The Subsidiary Alliance system was introduced by Lord Wellesley to expand British control in India.
• The Nawab of Awadh, Saadat Ali Khan II, was forced to sign the treaty in 1801.
• Awadh had to cede Rohilkhand, Doab, and Gorakhpur to the British.
• The British stationed a large military force in Awadh, weakening its independence.
• This treaty was part of Britain's broader strategy to control princely states through indirect rule.
• Awadh was finally annexed in 1856 by Lord Dalhousie under the Doctrine of Lapse.

Additional Information:

• 1802: Treaty of Bassein was signed between the British and Peshwa Baji Rao II.
• 1803: The Second Anglo-Maratha War began, leading to British victories against the Marathas.
• 1804: British forces were engaged in battles with the Marathas, expanding their influence in northern India.