Which one of the following statements about the British policy of 'paramountcy' is correct?
1
It declared that if the Indian ruler died without a male heir, his kingdom would be confiscated.
2
It claimed that the authority of the company was supreme, hence its power was greater than that of the Indian states.
3
It emphasised the practical benefits of a system of European learning as opposed to oriental learning.
4
It declared that no other trading group in England could compete with East India Company.