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BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 7

Who conquered and annexed Sindh?

  1. Sleeman
  2. Napier
  3. Lawrence
  4. Wellington
  5. None of the above / More than one of the above
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Answer: (B) Napier

Explanation

Napier's victories at Miani and Hyderabad (1843) led to Sindh's annexation under Ellenborough.

  • (A) Incorrect

    Wrong: he suppressed thuggee.

  • (B) Correct

    Correct: Sir Charles Napier conquered Sindh in 1843.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: associated with Punjab.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: fought the Marathas earlier.

  • (E) Incorrect

    Wrong: only one of the options A–D is correct.