Who was the first Viceroy of India?
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Who was the first Viceroy of India?
✓ Correct answer: a) Lord Canning
ExplanationUnder the Government of India Act of 1858, the power was transferred from the East India Company to the British Crown.The Governor General was given the title of Viceroy.Lord Canning was the first Viceroy of India.His tenure was from 1858-1862. Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of India.Lord Curzon is associated with the Partition of Bengal.Lord Wavell was the second last Viceroy and was succeeded by Lord Mountbatten.Hence, the correct answer is “Lord Canning”.
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