The _______________ was an Act of the Parliament of Great Britain intended to overhaul the management of the East India Company's rule in India.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Regulating Act 1773.
The Regulating Act of 1773 was indeed an Act of the Parliament of Great Britain aimed at reforming the administration of the East India Company in India. It was the first significant attempt by the British government to control the Company's affairs due to concerns about its mismanagement and growing power.
Other options:
- Pitt's India Act (1784): This act further curtailed the Company's commercial powers and established a Board of Control to oversee political matters. It built upon the Regulating Act but was a separate piece of legislation.
- Government of India Act 1858 – Abolished the Company’s rule after the 1857 revolt, transferring power to the British Crown.
- Indian Councils Act 1861 – Introduced limited Indian representation in legislative councils, marking early political reforms.