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What change did the Regulating Act bring to the post of the Governor of Bengal?
Question

What change did the Regulating Act bring to the post of the Governor of Bengal?

A.

He was required to report directly to the British Crown

B.

He was reduced to a ceremonial position

C.

His role was elevated to Governor-General with a council of four members

D.

He was transferred to the Madras Presidency

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) His role was elevated to Governor-General with a council of four members.
• The Regulating Act, 1773 created the post of Governor-General of Bengal.
• A four-member council was established to assist and check his powers.
Information Booster:
• First Governor-General: Warren Hastings.
• The Act aimed to control Company administration.
• It marked the beginning of Parliamentary control over India.
Additional Knowledge:
• The Act also established a Supreme Court at Calcutta.
• It was the first step toward centralized British administration.

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