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    Question

    In which year was the title 'Viceroy' given to

    'Governor-General' of India?
    A 1876 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1857 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1905 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 1858 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Government of India Act 1833 converted the title into "governor-general of India", effective from 22 April 1834. The title "viceroy and governor-general" was first used in the queen's proclamation appointing Viscount Canning in 1858.

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