Who among the following British officers introduced the policy of Subsidiary Alliance, one of the reasons for the 1857 revolt?

Correct option is C

• ​Key Indian Rulers Affected:Nizam of Hyderabad, Marathas, and Mysore were among the significant states affected by this policy.​
  
• Impact on 1857 Revolt:
  
• Many Indian rulers became dissatisfied with this policy as it curtailed their sovereignty. It weakened Indian states, leading to unrest.
  
• The loss of power and independence was one of the contributing factors to the 1857 Revolt.
  
• Other British Policies:
  
• Doctrine of Lapse (introduced by Lord Dalhousie) was another policy that led to resentment among Indian rulers and contributed to the revolt.