Viceroys & Acts — Set 1
Indian History · वायसराय और अधिनियम · Questions 1–10 of 100
Who was the Governor-General of India when the practice of Sati was abolished?
Correct Answer: A. Lord William Bentinck
Lord William Bentinck passed the Bengal Sati Regulation in 1829 to abolish the practice. He was supported in this reform by the Indian social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy. Bentinck is also credited with suppressing the Thugs.
Which Act established the Supreme Court of Judicature at Calcutta?
Correct Answer: C. Regulating Act of 1773
The Regulating Act of 1773 established the Supreme Court at Fort William, Calcutta. Sir Elijah Impey was appointed as the first Chief Justice of this court. This Act was the first step taken by the British Parliament to control the affairs of the East India Company.
Which Viceroy proposed the controversial Vernacular Press Act of 1878?
Correct Answer: A. Lord Lytton
Lord Lytton enacted the Vernacular Press Act to curtail the freedom of the Indian language press. The Act was nicknamed the 'Gagging Act' because of its repressive nature. It was later repealed by Lord Ripon in 1882.
Provincial Autonomy was introduced in India by which Act?
Correct Answer: A. Government of India Act 1935
The Government of India Act 1935 introduced Provincial Autonomy, replacing the system of Dyarchy in the provinces. It allowed provinces to act as autonomous units of administration in their defined spheres. This Act also proposed the establishment of an All India Federation.
Who was the Governor-General during the Revolt of 1857?
Correct Answer: A. Lord Canning
Lord Canning was the Governor-General during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Following the revolt, the administration was transferred from the Company to the Crown. Canning subsequently became the first Viceroy of India.
Who introduced the system of Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793?
Correct Answer: D. Lord Cornwallis
Lord Cornwallis introduced the Permanent Settlement (Zamindari System) in Bengal and Bihar in 1793. Under this system, the land revenue was fixed permanently with the Zamindars. It created a class of loyal landlords but often exploited the peasantry.
The 'Communal Electorate' was introduced for the first time by which Act?
Correct Answer: D. Morley-Minto Reforms
The Indian Councils Act of 1909, also known as the Morley-Minto Reforms, introduced separate electorates for Muslims. This legalised communalism in the Indian political system. Lord Minto is often called the Father of Communal Electorate in India.
Which Governor-General is credited with the introduction of railways in India?
Correct Answer: B. Lord Dalhousie
Lord Dalhousie laid the foundation for the modern infrastructure of India, including railways. The first railway line was run between Bombay and Thane in 1853. He is also known for introducing the telegraph and the postal system.
Who was the first Governor-General of Bengal?
Correct Answer: B. Warren Hastings
Warren Hastings became the first Governor-General of Bengal under the Regulating Act of 1773. He ended the dual system of administration in Bengal. He also founded the Calcutta Madrasa for the promotion of Islamic studies.
Which Act ended the rule of the East India Company and transferred power to the British Crown?
Correct Answer: D. Government of India Act 1858
The Government of India Act 1858 transferred the governance of India from the East India Company to the British Crown. It created the office of the Secretary of State for India. The Governor-General was given the title of Viceroy.