Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer List–I List–II A. Governor-General of Presidency of Fort William in Bengal (under Regulating Act, 1773) 1. Archibald Percival Wavell, Viscount and Earl Wavell B. Governor-General of India (under Charter Act, 1833) 2. James Andrew Broun- Ramsay, Earl and Marquess of Dalhousie C. Governor-General and Viceroy of India (under Indian Council Act, 1858) 3. Charles Cornwallis 2nd Earl and first Marquess of Cornwallis D. Governor-General and Crown Representative (under Government of India Act, 1935) 4. Gilbert John Elliot- Murray-Kynynmound, Earl of Minto 5. Louis Mountbatten, Earl Mountbatten of Burma

Question

YESPYQ · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: A-3; B-2; C-4 ;D-1.  Governor-General of Presidency of Fort William in Bengal (under Regulating Act, 1773): This title refers to the position created by the Regulating Act of 1773, with Warren Hastings as the first appointee. However, in this case, Lord Cornwallis (Charles Cornwallis) is relevant because of his significant tenure under the same title.  Governor-General of India (under Charter Act, 1833): The Charter Act of 1833 centralized administration and established the title of Governor-General of India, with Lord William Bentinck being the first. In this context, Lord Dalhousie (James Andrew Broun-Ramsay), a later Governor-General, aligns with this description.  Governor-General and Viceroy of India (under Indian Council Act, 1858): The Indian Council Act of 1858 replaced the East India Company’s rule with direct Crown governance. Lord Canning was the first to hold this dual role. The relevant entry in the list is Lord Minto (Gilbert John Elliot-Murray- Kynynmound).  Governor-General and Crown Representative (under Government of India Act, 1935): This Act re

Practice more History PYQs

More UPSC History PYQs