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Statement I:
The annexation of Awadh by Lord Dalhousie in 1856 adversely affected the financial conditions of the sepoys.
Statement II:
The sepoys had to pay higher taxes on the land where their family members stayed in Awadh.
Options:
A .  Both the statements are true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
B .  Both the statements are true, but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
C .  Statement I is true, but Statement II is false
D .  Statement I is false, but Statement II is true
Answer: Option A
Answer: (a)
The annexation of Awadh by Lord Dalhousie on the pretext of maladministration left thousands of nobles, officials, retainers and soldiers jobless.
Moreover, the annexation of Awadh adversely affected the sepoy’s purse.

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