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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 34

SSC CGL - 05 Dec 2022 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q34

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The British Parliament transferred the powers of the East India company to the British crown in ______.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 1858.

  • On 2nd August 1858 the Parliament passed a bill to take over the administration of India from the East Indian Company by the British Crown.

  • The title of Viceroy was introduced for the supreme representation of the British Government in India.

  • The provision of this bill called for the dissolution of the British East India Company that was ruling India under the patronage of the Parliament and transfer of that power to the British Crown.