In the context of British rule in India, who among the following became the first Governor-General after the post of Governor was elevated to Governor - General Awareness MCQ Indian Competitive Exams 2026 | ExamTest.live

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In the context of British rule in India, who among the following became the first Governor-General after the post of Governor was elevated to Governor-General of Bengal?

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Under the Regulating Act of 1773, the office of the Governor of Fort William (Bengal) was elevated to the Governor-General of Bengal. Warren Hastings became the first Governor-General of Bengal in 1774.

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In the context of British rule in India, who among the following became the first Governor-General after the post of Governor was elevated to Governor-General of Bengal?

Lord Canning

Warren Hastings

Lord Cornwallis

Lord William Bentinck

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