INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

THE FIRST ONE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The title of ‘Viceroy’ was added to the centre office of the Governor-General of India for the first-time in
A
1858 A.D.
B
1848 A.D.
C
1856 A.D.
D
1862 A.D.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The title “viceroy and governor-general” was first used in the queen’s proclamation appointing Viscount Canning in 1858.

Detailed explanation-2: -Complete answer: In 1858 the title of Governor general was changed to that of the Viceroy. After the revolt of 1857, India came under the direct control of the british crown.

Detailed explanation-3: -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.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lord Canning was the first Viceroy of India. His tenure lasted for four years between 1858 and 1862.

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