HISTORY
MODERN INDIA
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Question
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In Which year was the title of Governor general chanced to that of the Viceroy?
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1858
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1861
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1878
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1885
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Government of India Act 1833 converted the title into “governor-general of India", effective from 22 April 1834. The title “viceroy and governor-general” was first used in the queen’s proclamation appointing Viscount Canning in 1858.
Detailed explanation-2: -Under Government of India Act of 1858, power transferred from East India Company to the British Crown. The Governor-General was given the title of Viceroy or Crown’s personal representative.
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