East India Company Regulation Act 1773

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Which act is also known as the East India Company Act 1773?

The Regulating Act of 1773

Who was appointed as the first Governor-General of Bengal?

Lord Warren Hastings

How many members were appointed to the Executive Council established under the Regulating Act of 1773?

Four

Who was the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court established under the Regulating Act of 1773?

<p>Sir Elijah Impey</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was the Supreme Court established under the Regulating Act of 1773?

<p>Calcutta (Fort William)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following measures was NOT taken by the Lord Commissioners?

<p>Limiting the number of East India Company directors to 24</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what was the purpose of establishing the Court of Directors?

<p>To handle revenue-related matters for the company</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT true based on the information provided?

<p>Lord Robert Chambers prohibited bribery of indigenous people</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the duration of the trade monopoly granted to the East India Company?

<p>20 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals is NOT mentioned in the passage?

<p>Lord William Bentinck</p> Signup and view all the answers

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