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Q · British RuleMedium · 45s
Which Indian state was the first to accept the Subsidiary Alliance?
TopicBritish Rule
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The Nizam of Hyderabad was the first to sign the Subsidiary Alliance in 1798.
Final Answer: Option A — Hyderabad