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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 42

SSC MTS - 28/10/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q42

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The East India Company lost all its administrative powers with the enforcement of ___________.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. The Government of India Act, 1858.

The East India Company lost all its administrative powers with the enforcement of the Government of India Act, 1858. This Act was passed following the 1857 Revolt, transferring control of India from the Company to the British Crown, marking the beginning of the British Raj. The Act provided for the appointment of a Secretary of State for India and established the Viceroy as the head of administration.

Other options explained:

  • The Regulating Act, 1773: Introduced administrative reforms and oversight but did not end Company rule.

  • The Charter Act of 1853: Focused on the renewal of the Company’s charter and administrative improvements.

  • The Indian Councils Act, 1892: Expanded legislative councils but had no effect on administrative control.