Gov. General Flashcards
Who was the Governor General from 1772 to 1785?
Warren Hastings
Key actions include the Regulating Act of 1773 and the founding of the Calcutta Madrasa.
What significant act was passed in 1773 during Warren Hastings’ tenure?
Regulating Act of 1773
This act was aimed at reforming the administration of British territories in India.
What educational institution did Warren Hastings found in 1781?
Calcutta Madrasa
It was established to promote Islamic education.
Which society did Warren Hastings establish with William Jones in 1784?
Asiatic Society of Bengal
This society was created to promote the study of Indian history, culture, and literature.
What was the purpose of Pitt’s India Act of 1784?
To regulate the affairs of the British East India Company
It aimed to improve governance and accountability.
What conflict occurred in 1774 during Warren Hastings’ rule?
The Rohilla War
This war was fought against the Rohillas in the northern part of India.
What treaty ended the First Maratha War?
Treaty of Salbai
It was signed in 1782, concluding the conflict between the British and the Maratha Empire.
Which war occurred from 1780 to 1784 during Warren Hastings’ governance?
Second Mysore War
This was against the Kingdom of Mysore led by Tipu Sultan.
What was established in Calcutta during Warren Hastings’ tenure?
Supreme Court
This marked the introduction of a formal legal system in British India.
Who served as Governor General from 1786 to 1793?
Lord Cornwallis
He is known for significant reforms in administration and land revenue.
What was the outcome of the 3rd Mysore War?
Treaty of Seringapatam
Signed in 1792, it concluded the war and established British dominance over Mysore.
What important legal framework was introduced by Lord Cornwallis in 1793?
Cornwallis Code
This code aimed to reform the judicial system and administration.
What significant settlement was introduced in Bihar and Bengal in 1793?
Permanent Settlement
It fixed land revenue and aimed to create a class of loyal landlords.
What was established by Jonathan Duncan in 1791?
Sanskrit College
It aimed to promote the study of Sanskrit and Indian literature.
What policy did Sir John Shore implement during his term from 1793 to 1798?
Policy of Non-Intervention
This policy emphasized minimal interference in local affairs.
Which act was passed in 1793 during Sir John Shore’s governance?
Charter Act, 1793
This act renewed the East India Company’s charter and made provisions for governance.
Who was the Governor General from 1798 to 1805?
Lord Wellesley
He is known for expanding British influence through military alliances.
What system was introduced by Lord Wellesley in 1798?
Subsidiary Alliance System
This system aimed to secure British control over Indian states through alliances.
What college was established in Calcutta during Lord Wellesley’s tenure?
Fort William College
It was established for the training of British civil servants.
What was formed in 1801 under Lord Wellesley’s administration?
Madras Presidency
This reorganization aimed to streamline British governance in southern India.
What war concluded with the defeat of Tipu Sultan in 1799?
Fourth Mysore War
This war significantly reduced the power of the Mysore Kingdom.
What war occurred from 1803 to 1805 during Lord Wellesley’s rule?
Second Maratha War
This war resulted in the establishment of British dominance over the Maratha Empire.
Who served as Governor General from 1805 to 1807?
Sir George Hilario Barlow
His tenure was marked by the Vellore Mutiny.
What significant event occurred in 1806 during Sir George Hilario Barlow’s tenure?
Vellore Mutiny
This was a revolt by Indian soldiers against British policies.
Who was the Governor General from 1807 to 1813?
Lord Minto
He is known for the Treaty of Amritsar and other diplomatic efforts.
What treaty did Lord Minto sign with Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1809?
Treaty of Amritsar
This treaty established a defensive alliance between the British and the Sikh Empire.
What policy did Lord Hastings implement during his reign from 1813 to 1823?
Policy of Intervention and war
This policy involved active military engagement in regional conflicts.
Which war occurred from 1814 to 1816 during Lord Hastings’ governance?
Anglo-Nepal War
This conflict ended with the Treaty of Sugauli.
What treaty concluded the Anglo-Nepal War in 1816?
Treaty of Sugauli
This treaty defined the borders between British India and Nepal.
What was established in 1818 during Lord Hastings’ tenure?
Bombay Presidency
This was part of the reorganization of British territories in India.
What war led to the dissolution of the Maratha Confederacy from 1817 to 1819?
3rd Maratha War
This conflict resulted in British control over central India.
What land revenue system was established in Madras in 1820?
Ryotwari System
This system aimed to directly collect land revenue from the cultivators.
