Correct option is D
The correct answer is: (d) Government of India Act, 1858
Explanation
The Government of India Act, 1858 was a landmark legislation passed by the British Parliament in response to the Revolt of 1857.
It marked the end of Company rule and transferred the administration of India from the East India Company directly to the British Crown.
Information Booster:
Governor General → Viceroy: Denoted change from Company to Crown rule
First Viceroy: Lord Canning
Also Introduced: Secretary of State for India
Impact: Centralized governance under the British Crown
Additional Knowledge:
- Indian Council Act, 1861 – Dealt with the expansion of legislative councils and inclusion of Indians.
- India Regulating Act, 1773 – Created the office of the Governor-General of Bengal.
- Government of India Act, 1833 – Made the Governor-General of Bengal the Governor-General of India.
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