Regulating Act of 1773 Overview
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Who was designated as the 'Governor-General of Bengal' under the Regulating Act of 1773?

  • Lord Madras
  • Lord Bombay
  • Lord Calcutta
  • Lord Warren Hastings (correct)

    • What was the significance of the Regulating Act of 1773 in relation to the East India Company?

  • It mandated the Company to engage in private trade with the 'natives'.
  • It dissolved the East India Company.
  • It reduced the power of the British Government over the Company.
  • It recognized the political and administrative functions of the Company for the first time. (correct)

    • What was a key feature of the Supreme Court established in Calcutta under the Regulating Act?

  • It comprised only British judges.
  • It consisted of one chief justice and three other judges. (correct)
  • It had no jurisdiction over civil cases.
  • It was headed by three chief justices.

    • How did the Regulating Act of 1773 impact the relationships between the presidencies of Bombay, Madras, and Bengal?

    <p>It made them all subordinate to the Governor-General of Bengal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What restriction did the Regulating Act place on the servants of the East India Company?

    <p>They were prohibited from engaging in private trade.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body was required by the Regulating Act to report on the Company's revenue, civil, and military affairs in India?

    <p>The Court of Directors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Lord Warren Hastings play in relation to the Regulating Act of 1773?

    <p>He was the first Governor-General under the Act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary constitutional importance of the Regulating Act of 1773?

    <p>It recognized the Company's political and administrative functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which governance change did the Regulating Act bring about regarding the presidencies of Bombay, Madras, and Bengal?

    <p>It made Bombay and Madras presidencies subordinate to Bengal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant change introduced by the Regulating Act regarding the private activities of the Company's servants?

    <p>They were prohibited from engaging in any private trade or accepting bribes from the natives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Regulating Act impact the structure of governance in India?

    <p>It centralized administration by creating an Executive Council of four members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical significance does Lord Warren Hastings hold in relation to the Regulating Act of 1773?

    <p>He was appointed as the first Governor-General under the Act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which institution was established at Calcutta as a result of the Regulating Act?

    <p>Supreme Court with a chief justice and three judges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Regulating Act strengthen British Government control over the East India Company?

    <p>By requiring reporting on revenue, civil, and military affairs in India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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