SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 34

SSC CGL - 25 Sep 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q34

What was one major provision introduced by the Pitt's India Act of 1784 concerning the Court of Directors?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. It made them accountable to the British Government in civil/military affairs.

The Pitt's India Act of 1784 established a system of dual government in India. It created a new body called the Board of Control to oversee the British East India Company's political, civil, and military affairs. While the Court of Directors retained control over commercial activities, their political and administrative decisions were made strictly accountable to the British Government through this Board, significantly reducing the Company's monopoly power.