The rebeliion

Nawabs lose their power

Since the mid eighteenth century, nawabs and rajas had their power erode. They gradually lost their authority and honor.  many ruling families d to negotiate with the company to protect their interests. For example, Ran Laxmibai of Jhansi wanted the company to recognise her adopted son as the heir of the kingdom after the death her husband. Nana Saheb, The adopted son of Peshwa Baji Rao II, Pleaded that he be given his father's pension when the latter died. However, The company Confident of their superiority and military powers, turned down these pleas. Governor-general Dalhousie declared that the territory s being misgoverned and british rule was needed for proper administration