The last major extension of British Indian territory took place during the time of

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Q: 65 (IAS/2000)
The last major extension of British Indian territory took place during the time of

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IAS

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The last major extension of British Indian territory took place during the time of Lord Dalhousie. Lord Dalhousie was the Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856 and played a significant role in the expansion of British territories in India. His policies of annexation and the Doctrine of Lapse led to the annexation of several princely states, including the states of Punjab, Satara, Jhansi, Nagpur, and Oudh (Awadh). These annexations significantly expanded British Indian territory. Therefore, the correct answer is Dalhousie.