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RRB NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025 Shift-2 📅 05 Jun, 2025

Which of the following acts authorised the Governor General to override his council in matters affecting the interest of British empire in India?

A
Pitt's India Act 1784
B
Charter Act of 1793
C
Regulating Act 1773
D
Charter Act of 1813
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RRB NTPC Graduate Tier 1
2025 • 05 Jun, 2025 • Shift-2
Which of the following acts authorised the Governor General to override his council in matters affecting the interest of British empire in India?
Correct Answer
Charter Act of 1793
Colonial Legislative Context: During the initial consolidation phase of the British East India Company, the balance of power between the Governor-General and hi......
Ref/Book : RRB NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025
Ref. Subject General Awareness
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Ref. Topic Modern History
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💡 Analysis & Explanation
Colonial Legislative Context ▼
During the initial consolidation phase of the British East India Company, the balance of power between the Governor-General and his governing council was extremely delicate and often contested.
Lord Cornwallis Mandate ▼
Before formally accepting the position, Lord Cornwallis aggressively demanded specific veto powers to bypass council majority votes that might stall urgent imperial actions.
Statutory Solidification ▼
To appease these demands and heavily centralize executive authority, the British Parliament drafted a highly specific piece of legislation cementing this executive veto into law.
Conclusion ▼
The Charter Act of 1793 is the definitive statute granting these extraordinary overriding powers.
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