In which of the following years ‘Sindh’ was taken over by the East India Company?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The East India Company annexed Sindh in 1843.
Some important facts related to this event:
Key leadership: Sindh was annexed under the leadership of Sir Charles Napier.
Governor General: The Governor General of India at that time was Lord Ellenborough.
Result: Following the annexation, Sir Charles Napier sent a famous (but controversial) message—"Peccavi" (Latin word), meaning "I have Sinned."
Reasons: Sindh's strategic location during the Afghan Wars and the British expansionist policy were the main reasons for this annexation.