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Q · Governor-Generals and Viceroys of IndiaMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements about Lord Cornwallis: 1. He introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal. 2. He was known as the ‘Father of Civil Services’ in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
TopicGovernor-Generals and Viceroys of India
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Lord Cornwallis introduced the Permanent Settlement (1793) and laid the foundation for an organized civil service.
Final Answer: Option C — Both 1 and 2