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Question 50

By which one of the following Acts was the Governor General of Bengal designated as the Governor General of India?

AOptions

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A) The Regulating Act
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B) The Pitt's India Act
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C) The Charter Act of 1793
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D) The Charter Act of 1833

BSolution

The Charter Act of 1833 was a pivotal piece of legislation in the constitutional history of British India. This Act significantly centralized the administration of British India. One of its most important provisions was the designation of the 'Governor-General of Bengal' as the 'Governor-General of India'. Lord William Bentinck, who was previously the Governor-General of Bengal, became the first Governor-General of India under this Act. The Act also vested him with all civil and military powers, further consolidating authority.

Other options:

  • The Regulating Act of 1773: Created the office of Governor-General of Bengal (first being Warren Hastings).
  • The Pitt's India Act of 1784: Distinguished between commercial and political functions and established the Board of Control.
  • The Charter Act of 1793: Extended the Company's trade monopoly for another 20 years and empowered the Governor-General to override his council's decisions.
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CStrategy

For questions on key Acts passed during British rule, memorize their specific provisions and the significant changes they brought about in the administration or constitutional setup. Focus on landmark reforms and designations.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question falls under Modern Indian History, specifically the constitutional and administrative developments during British Rule in India.

EQuestion Analysis

Easy. A fundamental piece of information regarding the administrative changes during British colonial rule.