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Q · British RuleMedium · 45s
Which Act first made the Governor-General’s council supreme over the Bombay and Madras Presidencies?
TopicBritish Rule
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Pitt’s India Act created a Board of Control, establishing dual control and made the Governor-General’s council supreme.
Final Answer: Option B — Pitt’s India Act, 1784