Who became the last governer-general and first viceroy of India during the rule of British crown?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is Lord Canning.

• He was the last Governor-General under the East India Company and the first Viceroy under the British Crown after 1858.​
  

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• Lord Canning became the last governor-general and first viceroy of India during the rule of the British crown.
• His tenure lasted for 6 years from 1856-to 62.
• After 1858, the post of the Governor-General came to be known as the Viceroy.
• Lord Canning was the Governor-General of India during the Revolt of 1857 and he is admired for his calm demeanour and for ensuring that the various government departments and the administration worked smoothly even during the revolt.
• He succeeded Lord Dalhousie as the Governor-general.