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Lord Canning announced a Durbar after the Revolt of 1857 at:
Question

Lord Canning announced a Durbar after the Revolt of 1857 at:

A.

Lucknow

B.

Agra

C.

Delhi

D.

Allahabad

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Allahabad
Explanation:
After the suppression of the Revolt of 1857, Lord Canning, the then Governor-General of India, held a Durbar at Allahabad in 1858

The proclamation, often referred to as the “Magna Carta of the People of India”, outlined several key policies:

  • Abolition of the Doctrine of Lapse: Ensuring that princely states would not be annexed arbitrarily.

  • Non-interference in religious affairs: Promising respect for Indian traditions and religions.

  • Equal treatment under British law: Assuring Indians of equal rights and opportunities in governance.

  • Amnesty to rebels: Offering forgiveness to those who participated in the revolt, except those involved in heinous crimes.

Information Booster:
  • The Government of India Act, 1858, followed the proclamation, transferring power to the British Crown.

  • Lord Canning became the first Viceroy of India.

  • The Durbar symbolized the formal start of the British Raj.

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