UPSC Prelims 2026Modern History
Question 2 of 5

Consider the following statements regarding the British policy in Awadh immediately after its annexation in 1856 : 1. The **taluqdars** were dispossessed of their estates but allowed to retain their arms and forts. 2. A Summary Revenue Settlement was made in 1856 assuming that the **taluqdars** were outsiders. 3. The British believed in taking revenue directly from the peasants by removing the **taluqdars**. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?