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Which role was established by the Regulating Act of 1773?
What significant change did the Regulating Act of 1773 introduce regarding the political role of the East India Company?
What was one of the effects of the Regulating Act of 1773 on the presidencies in India?
What significant judicial establishment was created by the Regulating Act of 1773?
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What practice was prohibited for Company servants by the Regulating Act of 1773?
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What was a primary purpose of the Amending Act of 1781?
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What was one of the reasons the British Crown took direct control of India in 1858?
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What significant change occurred during the Crown rule in India from 1858 to 1947?
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What was the primary role of the Governor-General established by the Regulating Act of 1773?
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Which foundational element of governance was created by the Regulating Act of 1773?
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Which of the following was a consequence of the Regulating Act of 1773 for the presidencies in India?
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What was a significant focus of the Amending Act of 1781?
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What was one of the main regulatory measures established by the Regulating Act of 1773 concerning Company servants?
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How did the British control over the East India Company evolve following the Regulating Act of 1773?
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What was the significance of Lord Warren Hastings in the context of the Regulating Act of 1773?
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Which aspect of governance was NOT addressed by the Regulating Act of 1773?
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Study Notes
The Company Rule (1773-1858)
- The Regulating Act of 1773 marked a turning point in the British East India Company’s role in India.
- The act officially recognized the Company's political and administrative power, paving the way for a centralised administration in India.
- The Governor of Bengal was elevated to the position of Governor-General of Bengal, assisted by an executive council of four members. Lord Warren Hastings was the first to hold this position.
- The Bombay and Madras presidencies were placed under the authority of the Governor-General of Bengal, ending their previous independence.
- The Act established a Supreme Court in Calcutta, consisting of one chief justice and three judges.
- Company servants were prohibited from engaging in private trade or accepting bribes and gifts. This aimed to combat corruption and enforce tighter control over the Company’s operations.
- The British government strengthened its grip on the Company by requiring the Court of Directors to provide detailed reports on revenue, civil, and military matters in India.
- The Amending Act of 1781 addressed shortcomings in the Regulating Act of 1773, showcasing the ongoing adjustments in the British government’s approach to India’s governance.
The Crown Rule (1858 - 1947)
- The British Crown assumed direct control over India's governance in 1858.
- This shift was triggered by events that led to the need for a more centralised and direct administrative system.
- The Crown's rule brought about significant changes in India's political and administrative organisation.
- The establishment of a Constitution in 1950 was a major step towards self-governance.
The Company Rule (1773-1858)
- The Regulating Act of 1773 was a pivotal event that shaped the British East India Company's rule in India.
- The act formally recognized the company's political and administrative role in India for the first time.
- It laid the groundwork for a centralized administration by appointing the Governor of Bengal as the Governor-General of Bengal.
- The Governor-General was assisted by an executive council of four members, with Lord Warren Hastings as the first to hold the position.
- The act placed the governors of Bombay and Madras presidencies under the authority of the Governor-General of Bengal, ending their previous autonomy.
- It established a Supreme Court in Calcutta, comprising a chief justice and three other judges.
- The act aimed to curb corruption by prohibiting company servants from engaging in private trade or accepting bribes from Indians.
- It reinforced British control by requiring the Court of Directors to report on all significant matters related to India.
- The Amending Act of 1781, also known as the Act of Settlement, addressed shortcomings in the Regulating Act of 1773.
The Crown Rule (1858 - 1947)
- The British Crown assumed direct control of India's governance in 1858, marking the end of the East India Company's rule.
- This period witnessed significant events and legislation shaping the administrative and political landscape of India.
- Leading to the establishment of a constitution and the 1950 Constitution.
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Explore the pivotal changes brought by the Regulating Act of 1773, which defined the British East India Company's power in India. Learn about the establishment of a centralised administration, the creation of the Supreme Court in Calcutta, and measures taken to curb corruption within the Company. This quiz will challenge your knowledge of this transformative period in Indian history.
