Who was the Governor-General of Bengal when the Permanent Settlement was introduced there in 1793?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Charles Cornwallis.
· Charles Cornwallis was the Governor-General of Bengal when the Permanent Settlement, also known as the Zamindari System, was introduced in 1793.
· The Permanent Settlement was a land revenue system implemented by the British East India Company to create a stable and predictable revenue source.
· Under this system, the land revenue was fixed permanently, and zamindars (landlords) were responsible for collecting and paying the revenue to the British authorities.
· This system aimed to ensure a stable income for the British administration and incentivize zamindars to improve agricultural productivity.
Information Booster:
· Warren Hastings: Warren Hastings was the first Governor-General of Bengal from 1773 to 1785. He is known for his administrative reforms and efforts to consolidate British power in India.
· William Hodges: William Hodges was not a Governor-General but an English painter known for his works depicting India during the British colonial period.
· Robert Francis: There is no significant historical record of Robert Francis serving as Governor-General of Bengal during this period.